Clinic Certified Medical Assistant Sr.-Rowlett

The US Oncology Network•Rowlett, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team at the Rowlett location. This is a Full Time position with typical hours of Mon-Fri from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The position level (1, 2, or Sr) will be determined by the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is a large community oncology provider with numerous sites across Texas and Oklahoma, dedicated to making cancer care accessible and utilizing leading-edge technology and research to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant
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.