Breast Surgery Medical Assistant II-Grapevine, Tx

The US Oncology Network•Grapevine, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Medical Assistant II to join their team, supporting the Texas Breast Specialist (TBS) Grapevine and Irving, Texas locations. The role operates from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Texas Oncology is a leading community oncology provider with a vast network across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma, dedicated to making advanced cancer care accessible. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using cutting-edge technology and research, enabling patients to achieve 'More breakthroughs. More victories.' in their cancer fight.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms 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.
Responds to patients’ calls as requested.
Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.
Alerts nurse/physician of abnormal vitals, any important information given by patient.
Collection of inbound meaningful use data.
Flu documentation, initial height and weight.
Prints med list for patient to review.
Fill out disability forms.
Schedule blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, ordering special tests (Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR (epidural growth factor receptor), Myraid, Paradigm, etc).
May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.