What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant - Outpatient Oncology position at Cancer Care Associates of York?
Description
Cancer Care Associates of York Inc seeks a full- time dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team!
About Us
For more than 40 years, Cancer Care Associates of York has been an independent, physician-owned practice dedicated to serving the York, PA community. Our mission is to provide compassionate, patient-centered oncology and hematology care while supporting our staff with a collaborative, growth-minded environment.
Learn more about us: www.cancercareyork.com.
What You’ll Do
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for providing the highest quality service to our patients, while ensuring services are provided safely and on time. This position will assist in the clinical aspects of patient care under the direct supervision of an MD and RN/LPN, and administrative duties under the supervision of the nurse manager.
As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) on our team, job duties include:
- Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person and accompanying them to and from the examining room.
- Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing medical history.
- Accurately records patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) for visits, including but not limited to the following; vitals, past and current medical, social and family history, reviews medications and updates medication lists.
- Informs providers of any schedule changes that impact patient flow as well as any pertinent medical changes that may impact patient care.
- Administration of approved medications under the supervision of RN/ LPN and completion of required corresponding documentation in the patients’ medical record.
- Specimen collections, obtains blood for lab analysis via venipuncture as directed by RN/LPN and Lab MT.
- Ensures smooth patient and work flow within department by responding to RN/LPN requests regarding patient needs.
- Prepares exam rooms for examination of patients; maintains clean, fully supplied exam rooms per procedures.
- Facilitates team based care by: participating in team huddles, preparing for next day schedules by reviewing each patient, anticipating needs, understanding individual provider trends and processes, monitoring appropriate / assigned inbasket messages, managing communication between team members and other teams as needed for each patient.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential.
- Maintains neat and clean patient and workspaces.
- Maintains and regular and punctual attendance.
- Complies with all practice policies and procedures including CCAY’s Code of Conduct.
What we look for...
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding environment with good organizational skills
- Ability to use discretion & good judgement
- Medical teamwork skills
- Documentation skills
What we offer...
- Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- 401(K) & Profit Sharing Plan w/ company contribution
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance offered within 30 days
- Life Insurance Plan - company paid
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability Plans (voluntary)
- Consistent Day Schedule (M-F; 8:00a-4:30p) w/ no weekends, evenings, or holidays
Requirements
- High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Graduate of Certified Medical Assistant Program or equivalent
- Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA/ CCMA/ RCMA) or willing to obtain your certification within the first 90 days of employment
- BLS Certification or willing to obtain your certification within the first 90 days of employment
Preferred Job-related Experience
- One to two years’ experience as certified medical assistant
