Oncology Clinic Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin Support

The US Oncology Network; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Oncology Hematology in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians in a fast-paced oncology/hematology clinic. Under direct supervision you will assist with patient care, exams, and procedures, maintain patient flow, and handle clerical tasks.

The role emphasizes accuracy, cleanliness, and adherence to the US Oncology Compliance Program. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, CPR/BCLS within 3 months, and 0-3 years experience; Medical

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including 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.
• Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
• Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
• Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows.
• Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical duties

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Maryland Oncology Hematology in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinicians in a fast-paced oncology/hematology clinic. Under direct supervision you will assist with patient care, exams, and procedures, maintain patient flow, and handle clerical tasks.

The role emphasizes accuracy, cleanliness, and adherence to the US Oncology Compliance Program. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, CPR/BCLS within 3 months, and 0-3 years experience; Medical