Part-Time Float Medical Assistant - Jasper

Astera Cancer Care; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearview Cancer Institute, a leading cancer treatment facility, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and patients in outpatient settings. Responsibilities include assisting during examinations, obtaining vital signs, educating patients, and maintaining confidentiality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while interacting with Advanced Practice Providers and other staff.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent listening skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Proficient computer skills for patient records and portals.
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Educate patients on medications and diet information.
• Obtain patient vital signs and record accurately.
• Escort patients to rooms and prepare them for visits.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with healthcare regulations.

Skills

Listening skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Learn new tasks

Positive demeanor

Flexibility

Team player

Emotional stability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clinical Medical Assistant Certification or CNA certification (preferred)

Job description

Clearview Cancer Institute is north Alabama's leading cancer treatment facility. For over 30 years Clearview Cancer Institute has provided leading-edge treatment and compassionate care to those diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders. Clearview offers every service and amenity needed in an outpatient setting and our dedication to research and involvement in Phase I-IV clinical trials gives our patients the opportunity to receive potentially life-saving treatment options.Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.Job Description:Job PurposeThe purpose of the Medical Assistant is to help patients and physicians by obtaining and providing information, services, and assistance.Essential Job FunctionsAdhere to the current CCI annual standards pertaining to OCM and Portal measures.Support patient care delivery by helping health care providers, during examinations.Educate patients by providing medication and diet information as requested by Provider.Assist physician with medical procedures such as bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures.Arrange for hospital admission or laboratory procedures.Maintain safe, secure and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures, as well as complying with legal regulations.Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential.Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities,Implement Pathology testing by completing order form, arranging delivery of specimens and maintain up to date record of pathology requests.Obtain and record patient’s accurate height and weight on each visit.Obtain patient vital signs such as pulse, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.Escort Patient to room.Verify medication list with each Advanced Practice Providers visit.Adhere to annual CCI standards based on current criteria.Ensure all patient rooms are clean, sanitized, and prepared for next patient appointment.Ensure compliance with all company, state, and federal confidentiality and healthcare regulationsOther duties as assigned.QualificationsMust possess the ability to learn new tasks and make sound judgments.Must have excellent listening skills.Must have good oral and written communication skills.Ability to work in close contact with patients.Must have excellent computer skills.Must have the ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stressors.Must have a positive and caring demeaner.Must be flexibleMust be a strong team playerEducation/ExperienceMust possess a high school diploma or GEDPreferred one-year experience in related field/positionPreferred Clinical Medical Assistant Certification or Clinical Nurse Assistant Certification.Basic life support (BLS may be obtained after employment)Working conditionsWork environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.Physical requirementsPosition requires moderate physical effort, standing/walking for more than 75 percent of the day, as well as lifting objects that weight up to 10 pounds. Position may include helping to lift/arrange patients.Direct reportsThis is not a supervisory position.