Medical Assistant

Responsible for assisting the Radiation Oncologists, Registered Nurses and other Cancer Center staff with basic clinical and office functions to ensure a coordinated approach to oncology patient care activities.  Works closely with nursing team and medical staff to ensure quality patient care in a timely manner.

 

1. Works collaboratively with registered nurses and the radiation oncologists in delivering patient care. Obtains history of patient complaints, prepares patient for exam and takes vital signs.
2. Completes a weekly chart review for patients scheduled for consults and follow-up appointments on Fridays from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. to ensure that patient charts are prepared and ready for scheduled visits.
3. Performs clerical work consisting of: scheduling patient appointments (X-ray, MRI, PET, Sim), registering patients, triaging phone calls, filing.  Bills for clinic services provided in IMPAC system.
4. Provides direct clinical coverage for the outreach radiation oncology clinic in Lapeer.  Serves as a back-up for the Owosso clinic as needed.  Prepares materials for clinic operations and all associated follow-up activities (scheduling of tests, etc…).
5. Functions collaboratively with all staff to ensure continuity of care.
6. Gives patient injections (ethyol & lupron).  No narcotic injections.
7. Draws patient blood and obtains results (charts) for the medical record.  Prepares patient for procedures (pelvic exams & bronchs) and assists providers as needed.
8. Cleans and stocks exam rooms and HDR room on a daily basis.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of approved program for Medical Assistant or 1 year of experience as a medical assistant
• BLS certification

Preferred: 

• Previous oncology office experience

Medical Assistant Certification