Medical Assistant- Cancer Center (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health•Bozeman, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant role involves patient care within a clinic environment, requiring effective communication and teamwork. Clinical tasks are performed under the direct supervision of a nurse or provider. Administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation to policies and procedures are handled by the nurse manager. Competency in patient care skills and problem-solving related to patient care is essential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent combination of education and experience in a Medical Assistant role may be considered.
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in an outpatient clinic.

Responsibilities

Collects patient information.
Monitors patient status recognizing and reporting abnormal findings or changes in condition.
Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
Under clinical supervision, performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective manner according to Policy and Procedures.
Assists practitioner in identified patient procedures/treatments/examinations.
Appropriately obtains and manages specimens.
Provides appropriate patient instruction in health information materials and community resource lists as directed by the provider.
Assists patients to exam room and prepares patients for examination.
Identifies patients with special needs.
Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms and clinic areas.
Performs related and delegated tasks, which includes requests for prescription refills, taking and relaying messages, directing patient flow.