PRN Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate

Astera Cancer Care; Echols Hill (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearview Cancer Institute in north Alabama is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate – Urology to support clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include vital signs, patient prep, medication updates, injections, and assisting with urology procedures.

Strong organization and communication are essential for team coordination. Qualifications include CMA certification, BLS, and 1 year of medical office experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with current certification.
• BLS certification required or through employer.
• Medical office experience preferred (1 year).
• Knowledge of EMR systems and medical office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs and EKG.
• Room patients and prepare for examination.
• Obtain and update patient medications.
• Administer injections and medication refills as directed.
• Assist in vasectomy, cystoscopy and biopsy procedures.
• Sterilize and clean surgical instruments.
• Collect urine and blood specimens.
• Manage prior authorizations for meds and radiology.
• Check in/out patients and perform clerical duties.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR System

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Hospital EMRs

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 Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Care Associate – Urology is to provide clinical and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management and communicate with accuracy, quality and timeliness.Essential Job FunctionsTake and record vital signs and EKGRoom patientsPrepare patients for examinationObtain and update patient medicationAdminister InjectionsAuthorizing prescription refills as directed by physiciansAssist In Vasectomy , Cystoscopy and Biopsy Procedures.Cleaning and Sterilizing Surgical Instruments.Clinical Supply inventoryCollect Urine/Blood SpecimensSurgical SchedulingPrior Authorizations for medications and radiologyRefills, Lab Orders, Lab resultsPAT's in ProgressUtilize EMR System, Microsoft Teams, Excel and Additional Hospital EMRsCustomer Service (greet patients and engage with providers/staff/vendors)Check In/ Check OutClerical dutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.Education/ExperienceHigh School diploma or equivalentMedical office experience (1 year preferred)Certified Medical AssistantBLS CertProven working experience as a medical assistant or medical secretary (1 year preferred)Knowledge of medical office management systems and proceduresExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and planning skillsWorking conditionsWork environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require 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.