Medical Assistant-Oncology

Summary


Job Title: Medical Assistant- Oncology
Location: Carroll Hospital
Employment Type: Full-Time (M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)


Overview:
Carroll Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our Oncology team. This full-time position plays a crucial role in supporting the physician's office practice and delivering top-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring a smooth and efficient office environment.


Key Responsibilities:

• Perform clerical duties to support physician office operations.

• Obtain pre-certification from health care insurers or managed care providers for various treatment modalities.

• Assist with chart preparation, ensuring that test results, documents, and forms are current, organized, and complete before patient visits.

• Attach and file lab reports, imaging reports, operative and pathology reports, and discharge summaries after physician review.

• Reconcile lab results, ensuring all reports are received and reviewed by the physician promptly.

• Handle phone/fax prescription requests as directed by the physician.

• Schedule patient appointments and perform registration and check-in/check-out functions.

• Verify insurance eligibility, ensure all necessary paperwork is completed, and enter charges accurately.

• Order and maintain medical supplies for the office, ensuring an adequate inventory to avoid disruption of care.

• Assist with clinical duties, including preparing rooms, assisting the physician during exams, and ensuring all instruments and supplies are available and not expired.

• Record patient health history, vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, weight, height, and temperature), and assist with patient exams.

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist with specimen collection and pathology requisitions.

Requirements:

• Medical Assistant Certification or Patient Care Tech cetification required.

• American Heart Association BLS Certification (required)

• Minimum of 2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and staff.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay Rates

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

• Retirement Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Information

Who We Are:


LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.



What We Offer:


Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.


Growth : Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.


Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support - improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.


Benefits : Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.



Why LifeBridge Health?


With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.


Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.


LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.