Medical Assistant Oncology
About The Position
A Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory clinic setting. The role supports clinicians by gathering information relevant to patients’ visits and conditions, communicating with patients in person and by telephone, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support patient care. Attention to detail and follow-through are important to ensure patients receive the care they need. This full-time position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, Tuesday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. The posting identifies the unit/location as Intermountain Medical Center – Medical Oncology and lists LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, as the location. The hourly pay range is $20.07–$28.59, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Proof of completion of a Medical Assistant program, or at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience, or a current active RN or LPN license in good standing to practice in Utah.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, obtained before the start date.
- Basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry.
- Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver a high level of customer and patient satisfaction.
- Ability to protect privacy, confidentiality, and protected health information.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including reading and seeing information, communicating and hearing effectively, using manual dexterity, lifting and moving patients and supplies, walking, pushing and pulling equipment, and potentially standing for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Prior Medical Assistant experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
- Current national Medical Assistant certification or registration as an RMA (AMT), NCMA, CCMA, or CMA (AAMA).
- In Utah, certified caregivers with less than one year of Medical Assistant experience may attend a yearlong Medical Assistant residency program.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of a clinician, assist with patient care by gathering information relevant to the patient’s visit and condition.
- Communicate clearly with patients by telephone and in person.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
- Protect patients’, members’, and caregivers’ privacy, confidentiality, and protected health information.
- Document patient care and access relevant information using computer systems.
- Assist with patient transfers and ambulation, and transport patients, supplies, and equipment as needed.
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance.
- Partnerships with schools offering debt-free programs.
- Comprehensive benefits package covering programs intended to support employee wellness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
