Certified Medical Assistant Sr.- Willow Bend

The US Oncology Network•Plano, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team at the Willow Bend location. This is a Full Time position with typical hours Mon-Fri from 8:30am-5:00pm. The position level (1, 2, or Sr) will be based on candidate experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care, treating half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually. Under direct supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment, promoting efficient patient flow and care during exams and procedures. They also perform clinic support tasks including clerical duties, answering phones, and maintaining physician schedules, while supporting and adhering to the US Oncology Compliance Program.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
Current CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Phlebotomy experience preferred.

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.
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.
May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.