Senior Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) - Infusion - Tomball, Tx

Overview

Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) - Infusion to join our team!This position will support the Tomball, Texas location . Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30a - 5:00p with no call, weekends or major holidays!


Tomball, Texas, is a thriving and compassionate community just 30 miles northwest of Houston, where small-town charm meets world-class healthcare. Anchored by a comprehensive cancer care provider-and home to the TxO - Tomball Cancer Center, the city offers patients access to advanced treatments close to home. Texas Oncology's presence in Tomball ensures that residents facing cancer can receive cutting-edge care, including chemotherapy, radiation, and diagnostic services, all within a supportive and familiar environment. Tomball ISD is one of the region's top-performing school districts, and the area continues to grow with thoughtfully planned neighborhoods and easy access to The Woodlands, Cypress, and Houston via Highway 249 and the Grand Parkway. At Texas Oncology, we are proud to be part of this resilient and growing community, delivering hope and healing with a commitment to collaboration and compassionate care. TxO - Tomball's management team values an approach of teamwork and collaboration to serve our patients and community.

This position will be either a level I, II or Senior based on candidate experience.


Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 300+ sites across 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. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.


Why work for us?


Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.


Join a Team That Invests in Your Future

At Texas Oncology, we recognize the long-term impact of our people and are committed to rewarding performance and potential. That's why select roles may be eligible to participate in our Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent.

What is the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)?

Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): is an incentive program that typically vests over a three-year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance, and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.

What does the Certified Medical Assistant do? (Including but not limited to)


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. 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

The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• 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.

• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.

• 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.

• May enter orders under a provider's direction and supervision.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following background and experience:

Level I

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.

• This is an entry-level position requiring zero (0) to three (3) years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.

• Current BLS 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

Level II (in addition to level I requirements)

• Minimum three (3) years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.

• Phlebotomy experience preferred.

• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Level Senior (in addition to Level I and II requirements)

• Minimum five (5) years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.

• Current BLS certification required.

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.


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