Medical Assistant - Oncology (Full Time, Day Shift) at Adventist Health

Marysville, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

30.01

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Vital Signs, Venipuncture, Exam Room Setup, Patient Recall Systems, Clinical Procedures, Audiometry Testing, Vision Testing, Medical Assisting, Oncology Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. Job Summary: Assists in planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care for patients and in coordinating nursing care activities with other health care disciplines under the guidance of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN). Works as a team with other staff members to achieve patient care objectives. Identifies and seeks solutions for any clinical problems and reports them to the affected department. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required * Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: * Medical Assistant (CMA) certification: Preferred * Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required * Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP within six months of hire.: Preferred * Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred Facility Specific License/Certifications: * Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required Department Specific License/Certifications: * Certified Medical Assistant (CMA): Required Essential Functions: * Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers. * Assists the physician with office procedures: preparing instruments needed for suturing, providing equipment and solutions for biopsies, providing supplies needed for splinting, etc. * Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician. Performs venipunctures as ordered. * Performs audiometry and vision testing. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning and providing nursing care for oncology patients under the guidance of an RN or LVN. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, obtaining vital signs, and assisting physicians with office procedures.