Medical Assistant/Transfusion Coordinator

The US Oncology Network•Merrifield, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physicians schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

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.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule blood transfusion services for all practice locations.
Serve as the primary liaison between the practice, local hospitals, and external blood suppliers to ensure seamless transfusion coordination.
Verify completion of all pre-transfusion requirements, including provider orders, transfusion type and screen.
Prepare and submit transfusion-related documentation for provider review, approval, and signature.
Communicate transfusion appointment dates, times, and instructions to patients, and ensure all required documentation is forwarded to the hospital-based outpatient infusion clinic.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and infusion clinics to facilitate timely patient care.
Provide planning, coordination, and oversight of transfusion scheduling and related administrative processes.
Identify, document, and communicate transfusion coordination issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
Ensure adherence to standardized procedures for transfusion order verification and processing.
Schedule transfusions as directed by physicians and registered nurses.
Respond to patient telephone inquiries and direct clinical concerns to the appropriate physician or nurse.
Notify providers of patient appointment reschedules, cancellations, and no-shows.
Assist with disability, FMLA, and other medical documentation requests.
Perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties, including data entry, document preparation, filing, faxing, chart preparation, reception support, and other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or physician.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.