Oncology Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Admin

The US Oncology Network; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking an MA to assist physicians and clinicians in a clinical environment in Palm Bay, FL. You will promote efficient patient flow, handle exams and procedures, and support scheduling and clerical tasks.

Under direct supervision, you will assist with patient care, maintain exam/treatment rooms, and ensure compliance with the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Oncologic clinic experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Depending on practice-specific protocols, may be asked to obtain.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Responds to patients’ calls as requested.
• Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.
• Alerts nurse/physician of abnormal vitals, any important information given by patient.
• Collection of inbound meaningful use data. Flu documentation, initial height and weight.
• Prints med list for patient to review.
• Fill out disability forms.
• Schedule blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, ordering special tests (Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR, Myraid, Paradigm, etc).
• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical tasks

Phone answering

Scheduling

Blood collection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

The US Oncology Network is seeking an MA to assist physicians and clinicians in a clinical environment in Palm Bay, FL. You will promote efficient patient flow, handle exams and procedures, and support scheduling and clerical tasks.

Under direct supervision, you will assist with patient care, maintain exam/treatment rooms, and ensure compliance with the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Oncologic clinic experience is valued.