Senior Certified Medical Assistant Oncology

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Saint Agnes Cancer Institute in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Part-Time Medical Assistant for the Radiation Oncology team. You will perform clinical and diagnostic procedures, support physicians, and maintain sterile exam rooms to ensure smooth patient visits.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient interviews, and staff mentoring on equipment and workflows while upholding safety and quality standards. Schedule is day shift, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant credential obtained prior to hire date.
• BLS Provider within 1 month is preferred.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced clinical and diagnostic procedures, including venipuncture, ECGs, routine labs, and vital signs.
• Conduct thorough patient interviews, document medical histories, and prepare fully stocked, sterile exam rooms for visits.
• Capture real-time encounter notes, transcribe orders, and clarify follow-up instructions for patients.
• Mentor and train staff on clinical equipment, standard procedures, and workflows.
• Operate complex equipment, run daily quality checks, and serve as the primary technical expert for troubleshooting.

Education

Medical Assistant credential obtained prior to hire date

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

BLS Provider or Instructor specializing in BLS (within 1 month)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Cancer Institute
• Department: Radiation Oncology
• Schedule: Day-Shift | Part-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform advanced clinical and diagnostic procedures, including venipuncture, ECGs, routine lab tests, and taking vital signs, to ensure accurate diagnostic data and seamless physician support.
• Elevate the patient intake experience by conducting thorough patient interviews, recording accurate medical histories, and preparing fully stocked, sterile exam rooms for seamless visits.
• Enhance provider efficiency and documentation accuracy by capturing real-time encounter notes, transcribing medication and diagnostic orders, and clarifying follow-up instructions for patients.
• Champion clinical excellence and team growth by mentoring and training staff on clinical equipment, standard procedures, and workflows.
• Maintain rigorous quality and safety standards by operating complex equipment, running daily quality control checks, and serving as the primary technical expert for troubleshooting clinical issues.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s)

• Medical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

One Or More Of The Following

• Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00AM-3:30PM

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection.

We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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