What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Radiation Oncology position at IRONWOOD PHYSICIANS,P.C.?
Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically located throughout the Valley. Each one provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic imaging services, social service support, nutritionist, integrative services, and genetic counseling.
Mission Statement: To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.
Overview: The role of the Medical Assistant is a key member of the practice and provides clinical expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality; efficient care. Performs delegated medical functions under the direction of a provider, authorized practitioner or RN in the delivery of care. This position is for our Radiation Oncology department. This is a full-time, day shift working 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepares schedule and all rooms for the day.
- Rooms patients.
- Completes all necessary paperwork for new patients. Encounters new patient documents.
- Enter orders for Labs.
- Schedules new patients, procedures, imaging procedures, simulations and reschedules for missed appointments.
Logs missed appointments and mails letters. - Obtains medical records for patients.
- Calls in prescriptions, e-prescribe scripts.
- Calls patients to confirm appointments. Notifies patients of negative test results.
- Requests CDs for imaging or dosimetry.
- Answers triage phone calls and responds appropriately.
- Must be willing to travel between offices with reliable transportation.
- Answers phone calls and return all messages by the end of the business day.
- Assists Medical Oncology Department and Women’s Clinic if needed.
- Obtains authorizations for medications.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Stable work history, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to use office equipment, computer, and typing is essential.
- Easily adaptable to a computer environment.
- Must be able to obtain vital signs and take instructions from Physicians.
- Must be able to relate well to patients.
- Ability to effectively communicate.
Education and Qualifications:
- 1-2 years' MA experience required.
- Previous RadOnc experience preferred.
- National MA Certification a plus (or must obtain within 90 days).
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision and life insurance, 401K, and a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E.
Please visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time"