Medical Assistant (MA) - Oncology & Hematology - Part-Time

National Jewish Health•Golden, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

National Jewish Health is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support patient care at Western Hematology & Oncology in Golden, Colorado. The role supports patients receiving specialized hematology and oncology services and contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered care team. The Inpatient/Procedural Medical Assistant promotes efficient, high-quality patient care by collaborating with the team to manage patient flow, communication, and applicable testing or procedures. Care is provided within the scope of practice and established policies and procedures, in conjunction with or under the direct clinical support and supervision of a credentialed professional. The role includes preparing patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures; supporting clinical and department-specific procedures; maintaining electronic health records; coordinating care with providers and nursing staff; and keeping patient areas clean, stocked, and compliant with infection-control and safety standards. The Medical Assistant also supports clinic operations through scheduling, patient communications, message management, and other administrative activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or Emergency Medical Technician program.
Current BLS certification.
No prior work experience is required.

Responsibilities

Ensure procedure and patient rooms are clean, organized, and stocked with necessary equipment and supplies; inspect and maintain equipment for safety and readiness.
Prepare patients for procedures or treatments and provide instructions about care plans, procedure steps, and post-procedure expectations.
Perform department-specific procedures as trained and approved within the department’s scope of practice.
Assist with or handle diagnostic tests, treatments, or minor procedures as appropriate to the setting and training.
Communicate with nursing staff and providers, relay relevant patient information, and collaborate on care plans.
Accurately document patient information, procedures, patient responses, and follow-up instructions in the electronic health record.
Follow infection-control protocols and safety standards when using and handling patient-area equipment, tools, and materials.
Assist with scheduling, triaging patient messages, managing in-basket communications, and other clerical tasks.
Educate patients and families about procedures, treatments, and post-care instructions; act as a liaison between patients and the healthcare team and address patient concerns.
Collect and correctly label laboratory specimens using the appropriate collection procedure, as needed.
Prepare specimens for analysis, including centrifugation and separation from red cells, as needed.
Use point-of-care instruments such as the ISTAT, Piccolo, or glucometer, as needed.
Perform EKGs or other diagnostic tests as directed and monitor procedure activity within training and competence.
Participate in quality assurance and improvement activities to support accreditation standards and effective patient care.
Be available for scheduled work, arrive on time, accept supervision, work well with others, and comply with institutional and departmental policies, safety requirements, PPE requirements, and applicable regulations.
Promote a workplace culture of mutual respect, fairness, and equal opportunity.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage through multiple Cigna health plans.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts available with some plans.
Paid time off for vacation and sick days, plus six paid holidays.
Dental and vision plans.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness incentives of up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance through a Childcare Flexible Spending Account with an annual employer contribution.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance, with optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary benefits, including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Plan coverage.
Exclusive discounts on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.