Medical Assistant Outpatient Oncology

Theoncologyinstitute; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend for Roseburg/Portland

Job summary

Starling Oncology seeks a qualified Medical Assistant to support both administrative and clinical tasks across our outpatient clinics. You will assist with EMR documentation, patient intake, vital signs, and preparation for physician visits, while ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care.

The role may include cross-training in patient registration and medical records, with travel to Roseburg and Portland.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Diploma from an accredited program; CMA preferred but not required.
• 2 years of experience as Medical Assistant in outpatient clinic/medical office is preferred.
• BLS and CPR certification preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required.

Responsibilities

• Live Starling Oncology core values and deliver outstanding patient service.
• Provide administrative and clinical support to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Document in EMR systems and prepare patient charts prior to appointments.
• Perform vital signs, venipunctures, and basic laboratory procedures.
• Assist with patient examinations and procedures as directed by physicians.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient-focused

Team collaboration

Blood draws and labs

Education

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.

At Starling Oncology, our Medical Assistants play a vital role in transforming the patient experience. You’ll be part of a compassionate care team that helps patients navigate one of the most important journeys of their lives—with dignity, empathy, and hope.

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.

This position will travel from time to time to support our clinics in Roseburg and Portland. An additional $5/hour stipend is provided for all hours worked in these locations.

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 required.

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.

Pay Transparency for hourly teammates

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.

$21.94 — $26.85 USD