Medical Assistant, Oncology Outpatient - Texas Medical Center

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision, following the practice inventory.

The role requires MA certification and CPR within 30 days of hire, with preferred clinical experience. Responsibilities include vitals, patient prep, procedure assistance, and chart documentation in the medical record.

Qualifications

• Education: Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school; clinical education/experience may substitute for MA certificate.
• Licenses/Certifications: CPR certification current within 30 days of hire.
• One year of clinical experience in a designated specialty area preferred.
• Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or procedures.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, walk, stoop, bend and lift.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA and general office tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced direct and indirect patient care under physician direction, as per skills inventory.
• Assists in planning and implementing patient care; documents care in the medical record.
• Collects patient data including biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, medications and allergies.
• Records vital signs, height/weight, and chief complaint; documents timely and accurately.
• Administers medications as directed using five rights; prepares patients for examination and assists with treatments/procedures.
• Triages appointments, answers patient calls, and helps stock rooms.
• Ensures care is within policy and budget; maintains communication with healthcare team to ensure quality.

Skills

Clinical experience

Math calculations

Patient care

OSHA/CLIA/HIPAA knowledge

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Clinical education/experience substitution

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position responsible for performing direct and indirect patient care as outlined in the Skills Inventory, under the direct or indirect supervision of a Physician.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school; Clinical education and/or experience may be substituted for MA certificate

Licenses/Certifications: CPR certification current with 30 days of hire

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• One (1) year of clinical experience in a designated specialty area preferred
• Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures
• Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting
• Required knowledge of OSHA and CLIA, HIPAA, general office tasks and filing systems

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs advanced direct and indirect patient care, under the direction of a physician, as specified in the skills inventory, in a competent manner, according to the needs/age of the patient/population served;
• Assists in planning and implementing direct patient care; documents care provided in patient medical record in accordance with Practice policies/procedures.
• Assists with the collection of patient/family data per Practice protocol, including: biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, medications, allergies and environmental information (current and historical).
• Collects and documents vital signs, height/weight and chief complaint; records gathered information timely and with accuracy.
• Provides general patient care; prepares patient for examination; assist provider with treatments/procedures; performs treatment/procedures; calls in prescriptions.
• Takes patient phone calls and offers advice; triages appointments; and stocks rooms.
• All patient care is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. All care is performed and documented in the medical record in accordance with Practice policy and procedure.
• Assists physicians in meeting patient/family learning needs; maintains communication with physicians and healthcare team members to ensure quality of care.
• Administers medication as directed using five rights.
• Processes and co-ordinates referrals and orders for outside tests as directed by a physician; reports results to patient as directed by physician.
• Collects specimens.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.