Oncology Clinic Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Support

Astera Cancer Care; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Oncology is seeking a clinical Medical Assistant to provide direct, safe patient care throughout treatment under the supervision of providers and nurses. You will support rooming, vitals, medication checks, and EMR updates to ensure accurate, timely records.

The role requires a High School diploma or MA training, certification preferred, and BLS within 3 months. You will assist with procedures, patient education, lab specimen collection, and coordination with front office for referrals

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program or 6 months MA experience.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Current BLS provider card within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to work in fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Measure height/weight and vital signs.
• Screen for pain, distress, and depression scores.
• Prepare patients for exam and coordinate rooming.
• Verify medications and allergies in EMR.
• Handle prescription refills per policy under supervision.
• Call in prescriptions and communicate lab results.
• Assist with procedures and patient education.
• Stock exam rooms and maintain supplies.
• Assist with insurance authorizations and referrals.
• Attend mandatory trainings and adhere to TO policies.

Skills

Multi-tasking

EMR data entry

Verbal and written communication

Venipuncture

Patient care

Customer service

OSHA safety

Medical terminology

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Training Program

Medical Assistant Certification preferred (CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NRCMA)

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Record)

Microsoft Office

Medical office hardware

Job description

Tennessee Oncology is seeking a clinical Medical Assistant to provide direct, safe patient care throughout treatment under the supervision of providers and nurses. You will support rooming, vitals, medication checks, and EMR updates to ensure accurate, timely records.

The role requires a High School diploma or MA training, certification preferred, and BLS within 3 months. You will assist with procedures, patient education, lab specimen collection, and coordination with front office for referrals