Medical Assistant - Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC)

Medical Assistant

Seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join one of the world's most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC) is the hub for groundbreaking early-phase clinical trials at MD Anderson. With a 41-bed treatment area and a full-function laboratory, our 12,660 sq. ft. facility supports more than 700 cutting-edge trials across 22 departments, focusing on first-in-human, Phase I and II studies. This is where innovation meets patient care.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience performing 12-lead EKGs and be proficient in obtaining and documenting vital signs. CMA or RMA certification is preferred, along with experience in an Emergency Room setting. Experience with Epic and clinical research is a plus.

Schedule: (4) 10hr shifts per week, 12pm - 10:30pm.

MD Anderson offers employees:

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
• Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.

Key Functions:

• Provides direct assistance to patients that includes escorting or transporting to and from the waiting area to an assigned room, orienting the patient to the room and unit, and assisting with toileting as needed.
• Obtains patient weights and vital signs as directed by policy and delegated by nursing staff. Includes accurate and timely documentation in the medical record and notification of the nurse when data is outside of clinical parameters or varies according to policy.
• Performs EKGs for the purpose of clinical trials via sponsor and MDACC machines and ensures data is transmitted as applicable.
• Stocks supplies in patient care areas and performs room cleans and linen exchanges for non-isolation patients.
• Ensures that charges for EKGs and supplies are accurately captured.
• Communicates effectively, escalating significant events and concerns regarding patients and their care to appropriate nursing staff and other team members. Responsible for security and confidentiality of patient information always.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent and
• Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program including externship/practicum. or
• Preferred: Graduate of a U.S. Military medical services training program.

Work Experience:

• Required: 1 year Medical Assistant experience. or
• Required: No experience required with completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (including externship/practicum) or U.S. Military medical training.
• Preferred: experience performing EKGs.
• Preferred: experience in ER setting.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Preferred: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire and
• Preferred: CMA - Certified Medical Assistant American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Upon Hire or
• Preferred: RMA - Registered Medical Assistant American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT). Upon Hire or
• Preferred: CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Upon Hire or
• Preferred: National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.