Medical Assistant-Ft Worth, Tx

The US Oncology Network•Fort Worth, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Medical Assistant to join their team at the Ft Worth, Tx location. This role supports physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment, promoting efficient patient flow and patient care. The Medical Assistant will also perform clinic support tasks including clerical duties, answering phones, and maintaining physician schedules, while supporting and adhering to the US Oncology Compliance Program.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
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 CPR certification required (for Level Sr).

Nice To Haves

Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
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.