PRN Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

The US Oncology Network•Austin, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a PRN Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support the North Austin location. This PRN role requires 16 hours per week and operates Monday-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 the largest community oncology provider in the country, dedicated to making high-quality cancer care accessible in community settings. Our mission is to deliver leading-edge technology and research to provide high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care, enabling patients to achieve more victories in their fight against cancer.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant (for Level 1).
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 BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire (for Level 1).
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 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.