Medical Assistant

Job Description

This position supports oncology physicians with patient care, injection administration, and laboratory logistics.

• Systems Management
  • Navigate ONCO EMR patient flowsheet to identify injection regimen, dosing parameters, scheduling, cycle/day numbers, and move orders.
  • Schedule follow‑up appointments and print schedules; record vitals, review medication list, verify smoking status.
  • Fax documents, print demographics, office notes, lab reports, insurance cards.
  • Review patient medication list and send prescriptions to designated pharmacy.
  • Identify correct ICD‑9 / ICD‑10 diagnosis codes for orders.
• Injection Administration
  • Adhere to OSHA requirements and safe handling procedures.
  • Remove injections from vital path machine; use proper technique for subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal injections.
  • Document administration in ONCO EMR; maintain Injection Administration Competency Record.
  • Maintain knowledge of indications, side effects, and complications of common injections (e.g., Procrit, Aranesp, Neupogen, Neulasta, Sandostatin, Faslodex, Lupron, B12, Hepatitis B, Flu vaccine, Pneumococcal, Tuberculin).
  • Report complications to RN as appropriate.
• Department Process & Patient Flow
  • Check daily schedule, prepare exam rooms, and manage physicians' injection schedule efficiently.
  • Assist patients and colleagues; recognize changes in patient condition and alert staff.
  • Communicate efficiently with physicians and staff across departments.
  • Assist with bone marrow procedure and provide patient/family education.
  • Translate Spanish for oncology patients (bilingual MAS). Provide second MA check of injections.
  • Manage voicemail and forward messages appropriately.
  • Discharge patients in a timely manner; coordinate ambulance or direct admissions; provide documentation for EMS personnel.
  • Assist RN with telephone triage; take messages accurately; notify RN or physician of emergency calls.
• Procedure
  • Prepare for bone marrow procedure, educate patients/families, and document.
• Lab Coverage
  • Adhere to OSHA requirements and safe specimen handling.
  • Perform efficient blood draws, specimen processing, and paperwork completion.
• Physical Factors
  • Vision sufficient to read handwritten, typed, and computer documents.
  • Speech and hearing sufficient for detailed communication.
  • Motor and manual dexterity for operating computers, fax machines, and needles.
  • Physical ability to reach, lift, and bend to retrieve files; lift up to 20 lbs.
  • Ability to walk one flight of stairs and move between patients and departments.

• Certified Medical Assistant with current NHA, AAMA, or CCMA certification.
• Proficiency with ONCO EMR systems.
• Knowledge of injection protocols and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Spanish language proficiency (bilingual MAS) beneficial.

$21.00 – $30.24 per hour, commensurate with experience.