Medical Assistant (Part Time)

US Oncology Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Coverage

401k plan

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Program

Free Parking

Career Growth and Development

Supportive Team and Resources

Job summary

SCRI Oncology Partners in Nashville is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in an oncology clinic. You will assist with exams, prep, patient records, injections, and routine clinical tasks while maintaining safety and compliance with the US Oncology program.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, at least three years of MA/NA experience, BCLS certification, and MA certification preferred. The role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Record patient data prior to visits (vital signs, height, weight, allergies, meds).
• Obtain necessary patient records before treatment or procedures.
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms; assist physicians with exams and procedures.
• Administer injections as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintain room disinfection and cleanliness protocols.
• Respond to patient calls and perform clerical duties as needed.
• Schedule tests, blood transfusions, and prepare meds lists.

Skills

Medical assistant experience

BCLS certification

MA certification preferred

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

Overview

SCRI Oncology Partners, located in Nashville, Tenn., is a dedicated Oncology Practice led by globally recognized oncologists with disease expertise in cancer care and clinical research. Our practice offers patients state-of-the art personalized cancer care and opportunities to participate in clinical trials with innovative treatments.

The practice conducts clinical trials through their affiliation with Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a global leader in oncology research that has been offering and managing clinical trials in the community for over 30 years. Since its inception, SCRI has contributed to pivotal research that has helped advance the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA today.

Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physician’s schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Schedule in Breast Clinic:

Monday 8am-4:30pm

Friday 8am-2pm

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.
• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Responds to patients’ calls as requested.
• Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.
• Alerts nurse/physician of abnormal vitals, any important information given by patient.
• Collection of inbound meaningful use data. Flu documentation, initial height and weight.
• Prints med list for patient to review.
• Fill out disability forms.
• Schedule blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, ordering special tests (Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR (epidural growth factor receptor), Myraid, Paradigm, etc).

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here 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.

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Required to lift and assist patients as requested.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• 401k plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources