Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates - Owings Mills, MD
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The Medical Assistant position at Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at providing high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment. The role requires the Medical Assistant to escort patients to and from the exam room, ensuring that the patient intake process is completed according to established protocols. Maintaining a clean and organized exam room between patient visits is essential, as is the preparation of syringes and the administration of subcutaneous and intramuscular injections. The Medical Assistant will also assist the provider with injectable procedures and prepare pathology and lab specimens, ensuring they are routed to the correct lab as required by the patient's insurance. In addition to clinical duties, the Medical Assistant will respond to patient inquiries both in the office and via phone, as directed by the physician. Scheduling and rescheduling appointments with providers and specialists is also a key responsibility. Compliance with OSHA standards and bloodborne pathogen protocols is mandatory, as is adherence to HIPAA regulations. The Medical Assistant will maintain medication samples, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep accurate records. Training other employees on medical assistant duties may be required, and the Medical Assistant will assist with check-in or check-out procedures at the front desk when needed. This position allows for independent work or collaboration under the direct supervision of a physician, emphasizing a patient-centered approach to care.