Medical Assistant Outpatient Oncology Mid Pinellas St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

Oncology Institute, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in oncology is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their patient care team. This role is vital in providing both administrative and clinical support, ensuring high-quality patient care and enhancing clinic efficiency. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong communication skills, and have a compassionate approach to patient interactions. This full-time position offers the chance to work with a diverse patient population and contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes in a supportive and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Diploma program is preferred.
• 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clinical support to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Document patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Administer basic first aid and assist with patient examinations.

Skills

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

Education

High school graduate or GED

Medical Assistant Diploma from an accredited educational institute

BLS and CPR certification

Job description

Medical Assistant Outpatient Oncology Mid Pinellas

St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

Founded in 2007, The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation (TOI) is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting. TOI is dedicated to offering cutting edge, evidence-based cancer care to a population of more than 1.7 million patients including clinical trials, stem cell transplants, transfusions, and other care delivery models traditionally associated with the most advanced care delivery organizations. With 100+ employed clinicians and more than 700 teammates in 75+ clinic locations and growing. TOI is changing oncology for the better.

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:

• Live and exemplify TOI 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
• Processing labs using a Sysmex machine, and completing provided training and certification within 90 days of hire (provided by the company)
• 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

REQUIRED 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

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This position is full-time (40 hours per week), with a schedule between 8 am and 5 pm, Monday - Friday, on-site in our Mid-Pinellas clinic. Please confirm you are able to work this schedule and in this location. * Select...

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I was trained on lab draws during my Medical Assistant training, but I have not done it since then.

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Our clinics in this area of Florida draw labs and process them on-site using a Sysmex machine. All Medical Assistants must complete training (provided by the company) within 90 days of hire, and become certified on the Sysmex equipment. At this time, it is estimated that each Medical Assistant performs lab draws on about 20 patients per day. Please confirm that you are comfortable with this volume of lab work, and with the training requirements as described here. * Select...

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