Certified Medical Assistant Sr.- Plano Prestonwood

Overview Texas Oncology is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join our Plano Prestonwood location. The position is full‑time, Mon‑Fri 8:00 am‑5:00 pm. Depending on experience, it can be a Level 1, 2, or Sr role. What does the Certified Medical Assistant do? Under direct supervision, the assistant assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Responsibilities include promoting efficient patient flow, performing clinic support tasks such as answering phones and maintaining physician schedules, and supporting compliance with the US Oncology Compliance Program. Responsibilities Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate. Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs and medication changes. Obtains necessary patient records as required by physicians before 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. Processes prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN. Informs physician of patient reschedule and no‑show notifications. Performs other administrative duties, such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician. May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision. Qualifications Level 1 High‑school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred. 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 to work as a Medical Assistant. Level 2 Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Certified Medical Assistant preferred. Level Sr Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting. Current CPR certification required. Physical Demands Requires full range of body motion, handling and lifting patients, manual dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, standing and walking for extended periods, occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs, and normal vision and hearing. Work Environment Work environment may expose employees to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Oncology