Medical Assistant - Per Diem - Oncology - 139909

Under direct supervision of the manager and the general supervision of the clinic providers and licensed nursing staff, performs work that requires specific knowledge and training in patient care duties within the business and professions code of the State of California and/or the regulations of The Joint Commission (TJC).

These may include environmental care functions, equipment/supply management, and cleaning/disinfecting the environment. Requires knowledge of medical terminology, online scheduling, universal precautions, sterile technique, procedures, and proper use of body mechanics. The position requires initiative, the ability to prioritize demands, and the ability to work in a team environment.

This position will serve in the clinic and procedural areas of the Multi-Specialty Clinic and float to other areas within the oncology service line with appropriate orientation.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR Certificate of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Two (2+) or more years of experience as a Medical Assistant.

• Knowledge of online scheduling, universal precautions, and body mechanics.

• Knowledge and training in patient care, environmental care functions, equipment/supplymanagement and cleaning / disinfecting the environment

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize demands, and work in a team environment.

• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.

• Medical terminology training or certification.

• One (1+) or more years of experience in a large, fast-paced outpatient clinic.

• Previous experience in an outpatient infusion/oncology clinic.

• Prior front desk and scheduling experience.

• Bilingual: English/Spanish.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.