Job Information
Vantage Oncology Centers of Pennsylvania Medical Assistant in Morrisville, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 26347 Overview
The Institute for Respirtatory and Sleep Medicine (IRSM), a division of Alliance Cancer Specialists, is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Yardley Practice. IRSM is a large Pulmonary / Sleep Medicine practice that provides advanced Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine diagnostic testing. Our Home Sleep Study program is accredited by the American Association of Sleep Medicine. We are seeking an enthusiastic, outgoing individual with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical office while maintaining a high level of customer service for our patients.
Top Reasons To Work for Alliance Cancer Specialists: Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance 401k Plan Paid Time Off One on one mentoring and training with our skilled and experienced clinical team that will allow you to expand your skill set Highly competitive pay Day shift only. No evenings. No weekends or major holidays 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. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes. Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures. Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed. Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested. Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician. Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist. Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN. Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows. Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or physician. Adheres to all universal precautions. Performs PFT's/Spirometry/Feno testing according to department Policies & Procedures. Greets patients and visitors to the clinic in a prompt, courteous and professional manner. Checks in patients and informs clinical staff of patient arrival. Provides and explains paperwork for the patient to complete prior to examination. Collects, proofs for completeness, and scans/files patient forms. Obtains prior authorizations. Updates demographics and insurance information in the system. Collects co-pays and balances; provides receipt. Answers phone calls in a prompt, courteous, professional manner.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred. This is an entry level position requiring 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant. Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire. Certified Medical Assistant preferred. Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order 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 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 may occur.
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.