Medical Assistant - Oncology - Flowood

Merit Health Medical Group (hub); Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Licensure reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Merit Health Medical Group (hub) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under a supervising clinician. The role covers clinical and administrative tasks, exam-room upkeep, patient intake, and ensuring efficient clinic operations.

Qualifications include completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program and 0–1 year experience or externship; knowledge of medical terminology and basic MS Office/medical-record systems is expected; BCLS certification required.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or externship completed required.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive procedures and takes vital signs.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before visits.
• Handles patient intake, test results, triage, and documentation.
• Maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports scheduling, referrals, and insurance verification.
• Delivers prompt, courteous service to patients and staff.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

ACCEPTED Medical Assistant program

Externship completion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Medical record systems

Job description

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work


• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage


• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits


• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match


• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways


• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement


• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles


• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs


• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day


• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact!

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.


• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.


• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.


• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.


• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.


• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.


• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.


• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred


• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.


• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.


• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.


• Effective time management, organizational, and multitasking skills.


• Critical thinking abilities to analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 166322


• Job Category Allied Health


• Posting Date 10/01/2026, 05:47 PM


• Job Schedule Full time


• Job Shift Day


• Locations 350 Crossgates Blvd, Brandon, MS, 39042, US