Medical Assistant - Oncology Cancer Care

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

This position supports our affiliation with Roswell Park Cancer Care.

Monday - Friday Days

• POSITION TITLE: Medical Assistant

• MISSION STATEMENT: We are passionate healers dedicated to honoring the Sacred in our sisters and brothers. VISION: To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes. CORE VALUES: In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing: Compassion through our kindness, concern and genuine caring, Reverence inhonoring the dignity of the human spirit, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being and speaking thetruth. RELATIONSHIP-BASED CAREGUIDING PRINCIPLES: Caring and healing practices are found in relationships, communication and the hospital setting. Patients are actively involved in theircare and experience a therapeutic relationship with the caregiver.Patient care is designed to meet patient and family needs while taking into account the unique needs of each patient. These values areconsistent in practice and include patient advocacy, safety and education.Teamwork promotes clinical excellence and is rooted in effective communication, accountability and continuity of care and respect forco-workers.Caring leaders create an environment in which caring relationships happen. These leaders emerge from all levels of the networkhelping to create a shared vision reflecting the mission, vision, and values of St. Joseph's. POSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant is responsible to perform the duties of the position in support of the nurses and physicians in providing quality medical care. The Medical Assistant will perform all job functions in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the mission and core values of St Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or equivalentGraduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program and holds any of the following National Medical Assistant Certifications: CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalencyAt least 10 months' work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field.If hired with minimum qualifications, you are required to pursue an approved Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC) within 90 days of hire and complete the process within 9 months of hire (we do not cover the cost of this certification for new hires).Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas ofexpertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service. SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS: WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS: Office/Clinical setting. Exposure Class 1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently. Occasionally lifting a maximum of 50 pounds. Will require the ability tostand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach. WORK CONTACT GROUP: All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies. SUPERVISED BY: Registered Nurse or office manager SUPERVISES: N/A CAREER PATH: Unspecified. Pay Range: $20.00 - $27.85Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran