Medical Assistant Outpatient Oncology

Starling Oncology; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Starling Oncology is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our patient-centered care team in Lakeland, FL. The MA provides administrative and clinical support, including charting in EMR, vital signs, phlebotomy, and preparing patients for physician visits.

Mileage between clinics is reimbursed, and cross-training in registration and records is available. The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with a Medical Assistant program, optional certification, good communication, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Proficiency in EMR systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in completing blood draws and processing labs.

Responsibilities

• Live and exemplify Starling Oncology core values, providing outstanding customer service and promoting a positive experience for patients and staff members.
• Participate in company initiatives and team activities
• Responsible for documentation in electronic medical record (EMR) system(s)
• Requesting external medical records and preparing patient charts prior to patient appointments
• Performing and documenting patient vital signs
• Completing review of systems and intake documentation
• Preparing patients for physician care
• Administering basic first aid
• Performing venipunctures and non-intravenous injections
• Performing basic laboratory procedures
• Observing and reporting patients' signs or symptoms
• Able to serve as a chaperone in patient examinations as needed
• Assisting with patient examinations, procedures, or treatments
• Administering certain medications as directed by the physician
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

EMR proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient care

Teamwork

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Diploma

Medical Assistant Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Starling Oncology (NASDAQ: STLN) is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting. Formerly known as The Oncology Institute, Starling Oncology offers cutting-edge, evidence-based cancer care to a population of approximately 2.1 million patients, including clinical trials, transfusions, and other care delivery models traditionally associated with the most advanced care delivery organizations. With more than 400 employed and network clinicians and over 100 clinics and network locations of care across five states and growing, Starling Oncology is changing oncology for the better. For more information, visit www.starlingoncology.com.

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JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant is adaptable, dependable, and eager to advance their clinical careers. As an essential member of the patient care team, the Medical Assistant will provide both administrative and clinical support to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic. The MA should deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care, enhancing clinic efficiency, and contributing to an outstanding patient experience. This position also offers the opportunity to be cross trained in patient registration and medical records support, as needed.
Teammates must be willing and able to work assigned shifts at multiple clinic locations and drive between clinics as needed to support patient care and business operations. Mileage will be reimbursed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Live and exemplify Starling Oncology core values, providing outstanding customer service and promoting a positive experience for patients and staff members.
• Participate in company initiatives and team activities
• Responsible for documentation in electronic medical record (EMR) system(s)
• Requesting external medical records and preparing patient charts prior to patient appointments
• Performing and documenting patient vital signs
• Completing review of systems and intake documentation
• Preparing patients for physician care
• Administering basic first aid
• Performing venipunctures and non-intravenous injections
• Performing basic laboratory procedures
• Observing and reporting patients' signs or symptoms
• Able to serve as a chaperone in patient examinations as needed
• Assisting with patient examinations, procedures, or treatments
• Administering certain medications as directed by the physician
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in completing blood draws and processing labs

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:

• High school graduate or GED
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Diploma program from an accredited educational institute. Medical Assistant Certificate preferred, not required.
• 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant or related role in an outpatient clinic/medical office setting is preferred.
• BLS and CPR certification preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

PHYSICAL WORKING REQUIREMENTS:

This position involves prolonged periods of standing and walking, performance of precise tasks like drawing blood and administering medications, and occasionally, lifting of up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and acute hearing are essential for reading charts and monitoring patients. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are critical, especially under stress. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and repetitive tasks are also required, along with sensitivity to patient needs and environmental changes. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.
Pay Transparency for hourly teammates
$18—$21 USD