Medical Assistant - Breast Surgery Center

Overview

At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for over 50 years.  Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We support this goal with state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada that integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities.  CCCN is dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes.  Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity:
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join our team in the Las Vegas, Nevada area.  In this role, you will work with some of the best physicians in their fields while providing care to patients in a successful healthcare organization. 

SCOPE:

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

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate. 
• Records patient data before each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes. 
• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by the physician before treatment or procedures. 
• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed. 
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Depending on practice-specific protocols, may be asked to obtain.
• Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician. 
• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols. 
• Responds to patients’ calls as requested. -Performs other administrative duties, , typing, filing faxing reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician.
• Alerts nurse/physician of abnormal vitals, and any important information that was given by the patient.
• Collection of inbound meaningful use data. Flu documentation, initial height, and weight.
• Prints med list for the patient to review.
• Fill out disability forms.
• Schedule surgeries, blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, ordering special tests (Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR (epidural growth factor receptor), Myraid, Paradigm, etc.). 
• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• A certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants is preferred. 
• 0-5 (+) years as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred. 
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification is required. 
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred. 
• Some state regulations may require specific certifications to work as a Medical Assistant.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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 essential functions. Full range of body motion requires handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Required to lift and assist patients as requested.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and have a passion for caring for their patients. 
 
Ready For Your Next Career Challenge?  We’d Love to Hear from You!
If you possess the above qualifications and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to submit your resume and apply.  In addition to a great career opportunity, we offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer.  To apply please click on the “Apply” link. 

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.