Medical Assistant - Oncology

Saint Luke's North Hospital; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke's North Hospital in Overland Park is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Oncology team. You will provide direct patient care, care coordination, and administrative support in a specialty oncology clinic, collaborating with providers and nursing staff to support cancer and hematology care pathways.

The role emphasizes patient-friendly care, vaccine coordination, phlebotomy, and front-office tasks, with a focus on compassionate, detail-oriented service within a busy oncology setting.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of applicable experience in medical assisting.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-visit planning to ensure efficient and effective patient visits.
• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information.
• Review medications, allergies, and health information for accuracy.
• Administer injections and coordinate vaccines as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed.
• Assist providers with procedures as needed.
• Conduct telephone screening using established protocols.
• Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a professional and compassionate demeanor.

Skills

Care coordination

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Injections

EMR documentation

Customer service

Team collaboration

Administrative support

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description

Medical Assistant - Oncology

South Location - Overland Park

Join Saint Luke's Oncology team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients throughout their cancer care journey. This position combines direct patient care, care coordination, and administrative support while working alongside a compassionate team of providers and nursing professionals in a specialty oncology clinic.

What You'll Do

Patient Care

• Perform pre-visit planning to ensure efficient and effective patient visits


• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information


• Review medications, allergies, and health information for accuracy


• Administer injections and coordinate vaccines as directed


• Perform phlebotomy as needed


• Assist providers with procedures as needed


• Conduct telephone screening using established protocols


• Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a professional and compassionate demeanor

Oncology Support

• Support patients receiving treatment and ongoing care for cancer and hematology-related conditions


• Assist with patient education and care coordination


• Communicate provider instructions regarding medications, laboratory testing, treatment plans, and follow-up appointments


• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and specialty services as needed


• Help ensure patients receive timely and compassionate care throughout their treatment journey

Administrative Responsibilities

• Utilize the EMR system for documentation and patient care coordination


• Scan and upload documents into the electronic medical record


• Schedule appointments, testing, treatments, and follow-up visits


• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation


• Provide front office coverage as needed


• Perform additional duties based on clinic needs

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Convenient South Overland Park location


• Collaborative team of providers, nurses, and support staff


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a critical time in patients' lives


• Diverse responsibilities combining clinical and administrative skills


• Supportive and compassionate specialty care environment

If you're a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant with excellent customer service skills and a passion for patient-centered care, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Requirements

• Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year


• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Medical Assistant (Certified) - Various

Job Details

• Full Time


• Day (United States of America)