Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

The US Oncology Network•Desoto, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Urology Specialists is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time position supporting the DeSoto location, operating Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, with no weekend, call, or major holiday work. The position level (1, 2, or Sr) will be determined by the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is a leading community-based cancer care provider with a significant presence across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma, dedicated to making advanced cancer care accessible. The organization's mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered cancer care using leading-edge technology and research, aiming for "More breakthroughs. More victories."®.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant (for Level 2).
Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting (for Level Sr).
Current CPR certification required (for Level Sr).

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant preferred (for Level 1).
Phlebotomy experience preferred (for Level 2).

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.