Certified Medical Assistant Sr.- PRN- Plano West

Certified Medical Assistant Sr. – PRN – Plano West

1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Overview:
This is a PRN (as needed) position. The level (1, 2, or Sr.) will be based on candidate experience.

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, with over 600 providers across 220+ sites in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our mission is to provide high-quality, evidence-based cancer care that empowers patients to fight cancer with the support of family and friends nearby.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous PTO, a 401(k) plan with company match, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, and retailer discounts.

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.
• Record patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtain all necessary patient records required by physicians before treatment or procedures.
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
• Maintain all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Answer patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
• Advance prescriptions and make other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
• Inform physicians of patient reschedules and no-shows.
• Perform other administrative duties, such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, and reception, as requested by supervisor or physician.
• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.

• school or equivalent.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• 0–3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

• Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Current CPR certification required.

Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and standing/walking for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing to normal range expected.

Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.