Medical Assistant

City of Hope • Goodyear, AZ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. This is a Malignant Hematology Outpatient Medical Assistant position. This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and assisting with direct patient care. This position utilizes knowledge in malignant hematology and cellular therapy, clinical judgment, and specialized skills to provide an excellent patient experience. The M.A. works in a team model to improve the patient experience, create better communication and access to care, and support processes that will improve patient satisfaction.

Requirements

• One year of experience within the last three years in a comparable job classification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant (MA) Training Program (in accordance with Arizona State R4-16-101 accrediting regulations); OR Completion of an unapproved medical assistant training program and passage of the medical assistant examination administered by a certifying organization accredited by either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or the American Medical Technologists National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI); OR Completion of a United States Armed Forces medical services training program
• Medical Assistant Certification from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or the American Medical Technologists National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) OR Graduate under an approved training program identified in R4-16-101 when certificate was awarded
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care
• Implementing and assisting with direct patient care
• Utilizing knowledge in malignant hematology and cellular therapy, clinical judgment, and specialized skills to provide an excellent patient experience
• Working in a team model to improve the patient experience, create better communication and access to care, and support processes that will improve patient satisfaction

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED