Medical Assistant (MA)

The US Oncology Network•Austin, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is looking for a Medical Assistant (MA) to join their team at the Austin Midtown location. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The position level (1, 2, or Sr) will be determined by the candidate's experience. This role offers a $2,500.00 Sign-On Bonus. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with approximately 600+ providers in over 220 sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. They are dedicated to making high-quality, community-based cancer care accessible, allowing patients to fight cancer close to home with the support of loved ones. Their mission is to use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care, helping patients achieve 'More breakthroughs. More victories.' in their fight against cancer. Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant (for Level 1).
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

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 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.
May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.