Certified Medical Assistant - Willowbrook - Houston, Tx

The US Oncology Network•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team at the Willowbrook location in Houston, Texas. This position will support advanced cancer care services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, CAR-T therapy, and precision medicine. The management team values teamwork and collaboration. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, dedicated to making high-quality cancer care accessible to all communities. Their mission is to use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care, aiming for "More breakthroughs. More victories." in the fight against cancer.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
Zero (0) to three (3) years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant (for Level I).
Minimum three (3) years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant (for Level II).
Minimum five (5) years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting (for Level Senior).
Current BLS certification required (for Level Senior).

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant preferred (for Level I and II).
Phlebotomy experience preferred (for Level II).

Responsibilities

Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including 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.