Medical Assistant - Oncology

The US Oncology Network•Clackamas, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Oncology is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient flow and care at its Clackamas (East Cancer Center) clinic. Under direct supervision, the Medical Assistant assists physicians and clinicians with patient care in a clinical environment and helps promote efficient patient flow during exams and procedures. The role also includes clinic support and clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining the physician’s schedule. The position supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday. The listed salary range is $21.09–$35.65 per hour. Final offer amounts depend on applicable experience and qualifications, along with internal employee equity considerations.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Current CPR certification.
Minimum 1–3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant is preferred.
A certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
1–3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Phlebotomy experience.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.
Record patient information before physician visits, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
Obtain patient records required by the physician before treatment or procedures.
Prepare and stock exam and treatment rooms, and order supplies as needed.
Assist physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, including hormones and biological growth factors.
Maintain exam and treatment room disinfection protocols.
Process instruments and equipment as needed.
Answer patient telephone calls and refer them to a physician, nurse, or pharmacist as appropriate.
Phone in prescriptions and make other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
Schedule patient tests, procedures, hospital admissions, and follow-up appointments related to test results, as applicable.
Obtain new patient records and prior test results, X-rays, and scans.
Perform administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, and reception tasks as requested by a supervisor or physician.