PA- Certified Medical Assistant- Outpatient Cancer Care Partnership - State College

The position is located at the outpatient cancer care partnership (Mount Nittany Health and Penn State Health) located within Mount Nittany Medical Center - oncology outpatient experience preferred.SummaryResponsible for providing assistance with various health care services, for obtaining specimens, for conducting routine lab studiesof specimens, and for assisting with administrative functions such as coordinating patient flow and scheduling appointments andphone messages.ESSENTIAL DUTIESPerform routine procedures to include sterile dressings, E.K.G.'s, spirometries, bladder catheterizations, removal of sutures andclamps, and application of topical medicationsAssist physician/s with surgical procedures including removal and placement of gastrostomy tube, spinal taps, etc.Use sterile technique when appropriate.Obtain laboratory specimens.Place, remove, and record allergy patch testing results.Conduct lab studies of specimens; determine test results and report findings to the physician or nurse.Assist in coordinating patient flow. Ensure availability of appropriate equipment, supplies, test results, medical records, etc.Assist in scheduling patient appointments, tests and procedures, and in patient registration and discharge activities.Complete appropriate paperwork.Provide patients and families with prepared instructions relative to diagnostic testing and laboratory studies.Calibrate, operate, and maintain medical equipment.Document patient's data, actions, and information.Take measurements of patient's blood pressure, vital signs, height and weight; recognize and report defined abnormal findings.Perform first aid and CPR as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESExcellent oral communication skills required.Computer skills required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S): High school diploma or equivalentCredentialed MA (Certified/Registered)Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Shift: Day Shift, M-F - 0715-1545 or 0800-1630, No Weekends or Holidays (no guaranteed hours for holiday)Specialty Type: NursingSub Specialties: Medical AssistantGeneral Certifications: General Certifications(BLS/BCLS); Nursing Certifications(CMA)