US Oncology, Inc

Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant/ Surgery Scheduler to join our team!. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby.. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs.. Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

surgery scheduler

Overview
Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant/ Surgery Scheduler to join our team! This position is for the Dallas Medical City location. This is one of the 175+ sites we have across the state of Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer.
Why work for us?
One reason to join our team is because we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a 401-k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you just for tracking your steps, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
What does the Medical Assistant do?
Under direct supervision, the Medical Assistant, 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 physicians schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
<h3>The essential duties and responsibilities</h3>
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<li>Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.</li>
<li>Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.</li>
<li>Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.</li>
<li>Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<h3>The ideal candidate for the Medical Assistant position will have the following background and experience</h3>
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<li>High school graduate or equivalent.</li>
<li>Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.</li>
<li>Willing to consider a mid- or senior-level candidate.</li>
<li>Minimum 1-3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.</li>
<li>Current BCLS certification required.</li>
<li>Certified Medical Assistant preferred.</li>
<li>Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant.</li>
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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 the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

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