Oncology Medical Assistant — Compassionate Patient Care

The US Oncology Network; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k plan with company contribution

Paid Time Off

Disability Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Career Growth

Supportive Team

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking Medical Assistant and Clinical Assistant professionals in Minnesota to support physicians and clinicians in a busy oncology clinic.

Under direct supervision you will assist with patient care, manage patient data, and help maintain exam/treatment rooms and schedules. Qualifications include completion of an accredited MA program and CPR certification; oncology experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Current CPR Certification is Required.
• Current Certified MA or Registered MA is Preferred (must be willing to obtain certification/registration within 6 months of hire).
• 2-3 Years of Experience Preferred, Oncology Experience Helpful.

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.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program

CPR Certification

2-3 Years of Experience Preferred (Oncology Helpful)

Critical care and clinic support experience

CPR Certification Required (for Clinical Assistant)

Job description

The US Oncology Network is seeking Medical Assistant and Clinical Assistant professionals in Minnesota to support physicians and clinicians in a busy oncology clinic.

Under direct supervision you will assist with patient care, manage patient data, and help maintain exam/treatment rooms and schedules. Qualifications include completion of an accredited MA program and CPR certification; oncology experience is a plus.