Job description
Cancer Specialists of North Florida is recruiting for an experienced Medical Assistant for our busy North Florida Office. The Medical Assistant assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a medical environment that may include medical oncology, radiation oncology, diagnostic imaging, BMT or gynecologic oncology. Maintains efficient patient flow, assists with patient care, i.e. exams, procedures, and patient education. Performs miscellaneous clinic support tasks including filing, answering phones, and maintaining physician's schedule. Support and adheres to Cancer Specialists of North Florida's Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
- Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
- Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician and verifies presence of consent prior to treatment or procedures.
- Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
- Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
- Assists with delegated patient education activities including but not limited to distributing education literature, etc.
- Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSH and universal precautions.
- Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, including but not limited to hormones and biological growth factors.
- Maintains all exams/treatment room disinfection protocols. Processes instruments and equipment as needed.
- Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN
- Schedules patient tests, procedures, and hospital admission and schedules appointments to follow-up on test results as applicable. Arranges for pre-authorization and pre-certifications as needed. Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows.
- Obtains new patient records and previous test results, x-rays, scans, etc.
- Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing, faxing, reception, etc. as requested by supervisor or physician.
- All other duties as assigned.
Full-time position
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
- This is an entry-level position requiring 0-3 years' experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Current CPR certification required.
- Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Cancer Specialists of North Florida is an "EEO Employer" and "Drug Free Workplace"
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- medical assistant: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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