Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
The US Oncology Network
About the Role
Texas Oncology/Texas Breast Specialists is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join their Breast Surgery team. This is a full-time position supporting the Austin Midtown location, with coverage at the Bastrop location on Fridays. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm, with no weekends, call, or major holidays. This position can be classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Senior based on candidate experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms.
- Records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
- Obtains necessary patient records prior to treatment or procedures.
- Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies.
- Assists physicians with exams and procedures.
- Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
- Maintains exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
- Answers patient telephone calls for referral.
- Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed.
- Informs physician of patient reschedules and no-shows.
- Performs administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, and reception.
- May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.
- Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care.
- Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
- Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire (for Level 1).
- Current CPR certification required (for Level Sr).
- Experience with patient care duties in a clinical environment.
- Experience with clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physician schedules.
Qualifications
Level 1
- 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Level 2
- Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
- Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Level Sr
- Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
Physical Demands: Requires full range of body motion, standing/walking for extensive periods, occasional lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs, and corrected vision/hearing.
Work Environment: Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic.