Medical Assistant

Pacific Cancer Care has provided superior care for patients for nearly 50 years. We make every patient our priority. We are a family here at PCC, each member of the team cares deeply, often for a very personal reason, and that means a lot to our patients Why Join Us? Our team values the work components of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve. Job Description: MEDICAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Qualifications: Certified Medical Assistant (current certification with NHA, AAMA, CCMA REQUIRED) and ability to do the following: Systems Management: Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of ONCO EMR: Ability to navigate patient flowsheet and identify name of injection regimen, specific regimen information (dosing parameters, scheduling, emetic potential and references), Cycle/Day numbers, review previous treatment doses and move orders accordingly Ability to schedule follow up appointments and print schedules. Ability to record vitals, review medication list and verify smoking status Ability to fax documents, print demographics, office notes, lab reports and insurance cards. Ability to review patient medication list and send patient prescriptions to designated pharmacy. Understanding of the importance of correct diagnosis code ICD-9 and where to find this in the chart. Completes Injection Administration Competency Record Demonstrates adherence to OSHA requirements Demonstrates the ability to remove the injections from vital path machine Demonstrates knowledge of the indication for use of individual injection drugs Demonstrates knowledge of individual injections side effects, toxicities, reports complications to RN as appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge of safe handling and administration of injections. Demonstrates knowledge of parameters to treat with l lab values, vitals and proper diagnosis (ICD 10 code) Injections: Demonstrates appropriate technique when administrating subcutaneous, intramuscular injections and skin tests intradermal. Verbalizes knowledge of and indication for use of commonly administered injections including; Procrit, Aranesp, Neupogen, Neulasta, Sandostatin, Faslodex, Lupron, B12, Hepatitis B, Flu vaccine, Pneumococcal and Tuberculin Documents appropriately in ONCO EMR Patient and family teaching as appropriate Department Process and Patient Flow: Checks daily schedule for responsibilities. Prepares exam rooms for the day Manages physicians and injection schedule efficiently. Works effectively and efficiently. Identifies when to assist patients and colleagues. Ability to recognize change in patient condition and alert appropriate personnel. Ability to communicate efficiently with physicians and staff members from other departments. Demonstrates appropriate technique when assisting with bone marrow procedure. Translate, in Spanish on behalf of the oncology department and physician patients (bilingual Mas) Provide 2nd MA check of injections as required Ability to identify patients who require a gown prior to physician entering the room Manages voice mail efficiently and forwards messages appropriately Ability to discharge patient on a timely manner Non-emergency calls to 911 and direct admissions to hospital under the direction of the physician: Ability to call 911 and provides information efficiently Ability to print patient information efficiently and provide documentation for ambulance personnel Prepares patient for transfer via ambulance or by car with family member Ability to contact nursing supervisor at local hospital to efficiently arrange for direct admission Assist RN with telephone triage: Taking messages from answering machine in complete and accurate Notifies RN or physician of emergency calls Ability to send non urgent messages, text notes to appropriate personal PROCEDURE: Prepares for bone marrow procedure, patient family education, documentation LAB Coverage: Demonstrates adherence to OSHA requirements Demonstrates knowledge of drawing blood in efficient manner Demonstrates knowledge of safe handling specimen Demonstrates knowledge of processing specimen efficiently Demonstrates knowledge of completing paper work PHYSICAL FACTORS: The physical abilities required of this position may include the following: Vision sufficient to read handwritten, typed and computer documents throughout the shift Speech and hearing sufficient to receive and communicate detailed information clearly by phone and in person Motor skills sufficient to handle, use or operate computer terminal, fax machine, copier, telephone, needles, IV, Manual dexterity sufficient to use a variety of hand held tools and to manipulate single sheets of paper and/or file materials Physical ability to reach, lift, and bend to retrieve and/or file materials Physical ability to sit, stand or otherwise remain stationary at work post for long periods of time Physical ability to lift and carry 20 lbs. Physical ability to walk up and down one flight of stairs and between patient and departments throughout the day. Salary Range: $23.00 - $30.24 Commensurate with experience We are the largest oncology & hematology group on the central coast. We pride ourselves on offering compassionate, quality and personalized care for our patients. Thank you for your interest in Pacific Cancer Care, this is a great place to work!