Medical Assistant-Northwest - Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada

At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine since 1974.  Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We support this goal with state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada that integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities.  CCCN is dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes.  Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity:
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant at our Northwest clinic to join our team in the Las Vegas, Nevada area.  In this role, you will work with some of the best physicians in their fields while providing care to patients in a successful healthcare organization. 

SCOPE:

Underdirectsupervision,assistsphysiciansandclinicianswithpatient care dutiesin a clinicalenvironment.Promotesefficientpatientflowandpatient care, i.e., exams, andprocedures.Performsclinicsupport tasks includingmiscellaneousclerical tasks, answeringphones,andmaintainingphysician’sschedule.SupportsandadherestotheUSOncologyComplianceProgram,includingtheCodeofEthicsandBusinessStandards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escorts patientstoandfromexam rooms, physicianoffices,andtreatmentroomsas appropriate. 
• Records patientdatabeforeeachphysicianvisit,includingbutnotlimitedto,vitalsigns,height,weight,allergies,andmedication changes. 
• Obtainsallnecessarypatient records asrequiredby the physicianbeforetreatmentor procedures. 
• Preparesand stocks exam/treatment rooms andorderssuppliesas needed. 
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Depending on practice-specific protocols, may be asked to obtain.
• Administerssubcutaneousandintramuscularinjections,asdelegatedbyRNor physician. 
• Maintainsallexam/treatment room disinfection protocols. 
• Responds to patients’ calls as requested. -Performs otheradministrativeduties,,typing,filingfaxingreception,etc.,asrequestedbysupervisororphysician.
• Alerts nurse/physician of abnormal vitals, and any important information that was given by the patient.
• Collection of inbound meaningful use data. Flu documentation, initial height, and weight.
• Prints med list for the patient to review.
• Fill out disability forms.
• Schedule blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, ordering special tests (Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR (epidural growth factor receptor), Myraid, Paradigm, etc.). 
• May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highschoolgraduateorequivalent required.
• A certificateofgraduationfromanaccreditedprogram for MedicalAssistants is preferred. 
• 0-5 (+) yearsas a medicalassistantornursing assistant.
• Phlebotomyexperience preferred. 
• CurrentBCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)certification is required. 
• CertifiedMedicalAssistant preferred. 
• Some state regulations may require specific certifications to work as a Medical Assistant.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physicaldemandsdescribedherearerepresentativeofthosethat must bemetbyanemployeetosuccessfullyperformtheessentialfunctionsofthis job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made toenableindividualswithdisabilitiestoperformessentialfunctions.Full range of body motion requireshandlingandliftingpatients,manualandfingerdexterity,andeye-handcoordination.Requiresstandingandwalkingforextensiveperiods. Occasionallyliftsand carries itemsweighingupto40lbs.Requires corrected visionandhearingtonormalrange.Required to lift and assist patients as requested.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The workenvironment characteristics describedherearerepresentativeofthosean employee encounterwhileperformingtheessentialfunctionsofthisjob.Reasonableaccommodations may be made toenableindividualswithdisabilitiestoperformessentialfunctions.Exposureto communicable diseases,toxic substances, ionizingradiation,medicalpreparations,andotherconditionscommontoanoncology/hematologyclinicenvironment may occur.

Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and have a passion for caring for their patients. 
 
Ready For Your Next Career Challenge?  We’d Love to Hear from You!
If you possess the above qualifications and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to submit your resume and apply.  In addition to a great career opportunity, we offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer.  To apply please click on the “Apply” link. 

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify.