Medical Assistant - Gynecologic Oncology Center

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team at MD Anderson’s Laura Lee Blanton Gynecologic Oncology Center. We offer the most advanced treatment options for gynecologic cancers, including radical trachelectomy and other techniques that preserve child-bearing ability and sexual function. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience. CMA / RMA certification preferred. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8 hour day shift. Must have flexibility to rotate Saturday clinic.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent and Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program including externship/practicum.
1 year Medical Assistant experience.
No experience required with completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (including externship/practicum) or U.S. Military medical training.

Nice To Haves

CMA / RMA certification preferred.
Graduate of a U.S. Military medical services training program.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Upon Hire
RMA - Registered Medical Assistant American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT). Upon Hire
CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Upon Hire
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Upon Hire

Responsibilities

Assist with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Prepare and stock rooms; escort patients to exam rooms.
Obtain vital signs and prepare patients for physician care.
Document patient care entries and completed lab work in medical records.
Review and sort incoming lab results; forward reports for review.
Collect laboratory specimens and perform waived testing (e.g., finger stick glucose, EKG).
Transport patients for discharge or transfer within the hospital.
Position, lift, and move patients as needed.
Clean, store, and maintain medical equipment.
Maintain inventory of laboratory and medical supplies.
Process required paperwork and instruct patients on test preparations.

Benefits

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.
medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.