Certified Medical Assistant; CMA

Overview

Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team. This full-time position will support the Round Rock location (2410 Round Rock Ave #150 Round Rock, Texas 78681). This is a full-time Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm position with no weekends, call, or major holidays. This position will be either a level 1, 2 or Sr based on candidate experience.

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country with approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our mission is to use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

Why work for us? We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan with company match, a Wellness program, Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program, and discounts on some retailers.

Join a team that invests in your future. At Texas Oncology, select roles may be eligible to participate in the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent. LTIP typically vests over a three-year period and is tied to individual performance and operational success. Awards are discretionary and based on role, performance, and future career growth.

LTIP awards require continued employment through the award payment date and are governed by the LTIP document.

Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, such as exams and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physicians’ schedules. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms 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.
• Files prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
• Informs physician of patient reschedules and no-shows.
• Performs 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.

The ideal candidate for the Certified Medical Assistant position will have the following background and experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
• Entry level position with 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.

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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extended periods.

Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.