Oncology Infusion Scheduler/CMA

MUSC Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in South Carolina is seeking an Oncology Infusion Scheduler to support scheduling coordination and clerical tasks in the oncology infusion unit. You will escort and triage patients, measure vital signs, and input data into the medical record, while preparing rooms and assisting with patient comfort.

Under supervision, you will contribute to clinic operations and revenue cycle. A high school diploma with medical assisting training and required certifications is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Certification through AMT, AAMA, NHA, NCCT or equivalent (CCMA, CMA, NAHP, or MedCA) required.
• BLS certification or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule activities and provide clinical supportive duties in the oncology infusion unit.
• Escort and triage patients, measure vital signs, and input data into the medical record.
• Prepare treatment rooms for oncology patients and provide comfort items as needed.
• Provide supportive needs such as blankets, ambulatory assistance, and nutrition support.
• Help maintain efficient clinic operations and support revenue cycle.

Skills

Patient scheduling

Triage

Vital signs

Clerical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited medical assisting program

Certification: CMA/CCMA/NHA/NCCT

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision of the oncology nurse manager, the oncology infusion scheduler serves as a clinical support for new and existing patients by assisting with scheduling coordination, clerical support, and triage assessment.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004782 ORBG - Cancer Oncology Center

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

• Responsible for the scheduling activities and clinical supportive duties within the oncology infusion unit.
• Escorts and triage patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical record.
• Prepares treatment rooms for oncology patients.
• Provides supportive needs, such as blankets, ambulatory assistance, nutrition needs, etc.
• Performs activities which ensure the effective operations of the clinic, while enhancing the revenue cycle.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.

Additional Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assistant program with 18 months of CMA/RMA experience in the same clinic required. Must be certified through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) or American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Health career Association (NHA) or MedCA as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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