Medical Assistant Oncology Clinic
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name: BBWMC
Medical Oncology-HospWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical
Care$1,000 Sign on BonusGreat careers start with great training.
The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent
care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in
personal development for all our team members. Apply today. Bring
your passion for oncology patient care to our mission of making
cancer history. As an Oncology Medical Assistant you will be part
of a growing program on the forefront of Cancer Treatment and
Research. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Sun City West,
Arizona, is proud to be a comprehensive multi-disciplinary cancer
center who insures comfort, consistency and continuity by taking an
innovative approach to oncology care. In this role you can use your
oncology expertise to tie together inpatient and outpatient aspects
of care. Through our collaboration and affiliation with
world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas we take
our research from the laboratory to the clinic, offering cutting
edge therapies not available elsewhere, including Phase 1-3
Clinical Trials. We empower patients to become cancer
survivors.------ -- -- -- -- ----As a Medical Assistant at the
Boswell Oncology Medical Clinic, you will have the opportunity to
participate alongside 3 of our providers to help presenting
patients to the provider, chart prep, follow up on Image orders,
clearances, and referrals. There is a highly trained team who will
help in the care of each patient such as, physician assistants,
nurse practitioner, nurses and schedulers who all carry the common
goal to provide the best patient experience. This is a full-time
opportunity 40hrs wk., Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.Since 1970, Banner
Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional care to the people
in the northwest area of metropolitan Phoenix. Today, our 501-bed
acute-care hospital is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as
one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals and offers a full range of acute
care services, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics,
neurology, surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive
care, pulmonary, urology, wound management and sleep disorders.
We've earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission
for Primary Stroke Centers. We're also in the nation's top five
percent for preventing mortality and complications.POSITION
SUMMARYThis position is responsible for assisting clinicians and
nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing
and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes
specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent
patient experience.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Prepares patient for exam and
treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other
necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents
pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may
be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the
clinician.2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office
procedures which could include taking patients' blood pressure,
documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature,
as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG's. Acts
as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid
precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as
needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through
clinical process.3. Coordinates and manages patient care including
pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and
scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary
medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test
results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to
provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in
accordance with established policies and procedures or as
directed.4. Provides clerical support with patient/client
notifications and documentation to include but not limited to
complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays,
hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient
visit. Provides complete and accurate information necessary for
billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.5.
Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and
disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects
equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following
sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations
and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs
basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance
for prompt repairs.6. Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient
care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all
medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).7.
Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all
external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation
and the team concept in all contacts.8. This position will complete
all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including
simulation training, as needed or directed.9. This position works
under the direct supervision of the providers. This position
interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments,
physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as
employees of other health care institutions, community providers
and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also
interacts with physician's offices in order to report, ask for or
clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to
provide support for the response of the patient and family to
changes in health status.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school
diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of an
approved medical assistant training program as defined by state
regulations.Active Medical Assistant Certification is required.
Certification or additional training must meet the requirements for
Meaningful use. BLS certification required. Active Medical
Assistant certification such as: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
with proof of current membership from American Medical
Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with proof
of current membership from American Association of Medical
Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
with proof of current membership from National Health Career
Association (NHA) (Test administered after 7/1/2017 only) or
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) with proof of current
membership from National Certified Competency Testing
(NCCT).Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to
work with medical software. Requires exceptional interpersonal and
communication skills. Requires the ability to manage multiple
changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.Employees
working at BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical
setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint
Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the
duration of their employment. Employees working at Banner MD
Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus
must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level
One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment. This is a requirement of
the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this specific
facility.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience with office medical
procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care
operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.Additional
related education and/or experience preferred.
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