Medical Assistant - Suffolk (Float)

US Oncology Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in oncology care is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting physicians in a clinical setting, ensuring efficient patient flow, and maintaining accurate patient records. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality support in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a multi-physician practice preferred.
• Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment.
• Record patient data and schedule tests and appointments as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Support

Communication

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

Virginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant to support our office located in Norfolk.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment including exams and procedures.
• Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures.
• 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.
• May schedule patient tests, procedures, and hospital admissions and may schedule appointments to follow up on test results as needed.
• Arranges for pre-authorizations and pre-certifications as needed.
• Performs other administrative duties as requested by supervisor or physician.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience required, preferably in a multi-physician practice.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants required.
• Ability to demonstrate up to date knowledge of the profession and industry.
• CMA strongly preferred.
• Must be willing to travel between sites in your region, as needed.

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.

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.