Medical Assistant PRN - Cancer Clinic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the licensed healthcare team in office examinations and procedures. The role organizes and manages clinic patient flow, gathers and documents patient screening data, assists with patient and family education, and communicates with the patient’s healthcare team. It is part of Cancer Clinic 10 at Vanderbilt Health. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
Less than one year of relevant work experience.
Fundamental proficiency to assist with clinical care, including vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, medication administration, and point-of-care testing as directed by unit standards.
Fundamental proficiency in setting up and maintaining patient exam rooms, supplies, and equipment.
Basic ability to plan and organize work, anticipate resource needs, prioritize tasks, schedule activities, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Direct and support patient flow and unit operations, including maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards.
Facilitate identification of resources to meet patient healthcare needs.
Perform or assist with procedures according to organizational and departmental standards.
Collect and document patient screening data for the healthcare team.
Assist with patient and family education.