Medical Assistant; REG - Rad​/Oncology

Position: Medical Assistant (REG) - Rad/Oncology
Additional Information About the Role
* 40 hours per week
* Dayshift Monday-Friday
* No weekends or holidays!
* Registered or Nationally Certified Medical Assistants also qualify for a $2500 sign on bonus! Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals.

Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Radiation Oncology Department houses a variety of therapeutic equipment, including 8 linear accelerators; a full Brachytherapy suite; a Gamma Knife center; two CT simulators and a dedicated MRI unit.
¿ Radiation Oncology is also building a proton facility due to open in January 2010.
¿ The department supports two radiation therapy technology programs and a medical dosimeter programs via affiliations with local universities.

Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose This position provides support to the clinical care team under the direction of the nursing staff. Duties include support of the outpatient visit through selected tasks according to practice protocols and procedures. Responsibilities Cleans, prepares and stocks supplies in exam rooms.

Performs clinical skills such as point of care testing and EKGs. Maintains accurate and prompt documentation in the medical record.

Supports the outpatient encounter with knowledge of patient flow (including scheduling appointments, tests, and lab work), insurance processes, and coordination of resources including durable medical equipment.

Assist, as trained, in outpatient procedural visits through duties such as the set-up of instruments, labeling of specimens, and general chaperoning of patient exams.

Obtains patient information including vital signs, patient histories and other health information through the medical record and patient screening. Relays important information to the health care team in a timely manner.

BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience