Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:
Under direct supervision, assist physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in our busy medical oncology/hematology department. This is a full-time role that requires working Monday-Friday. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment areas
• Record patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
• Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and clean instruments
• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with exams and procedures
• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection with high proficiency
• Handle blood specimens, ensuring proper labeling and adherence to safety standards
• Process laboratory specimens for collection or analysis
• Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as delegated
• Maintain exam/treatment room disinfection protocols
• Manage patient calls, prescription requests, and appointment changes
• Perform administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, and chart preparation

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• 1-3 years of PROFESSIONAL experience as a medical assistant required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required
• Current BCLS certification (required within 3 months of hire)
• Proficient in blood draw techniques and comfortable with frequent blood collection
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced medical environment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic oncology/hematology setting, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care and support