Medical Assistant - Cancer Treatment Room - Jefferson (Oceanside)

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Scripps Health's Cancer Treatment Room in Oceanside is a full-time role that combines both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The role is essential in providing exceptional care to patients undergoing cancer treatment, ensuring a supportive environment for both patients and their families. The position requires working Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm, with potential travel to other sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients and checking vitals
• Assisting with procedures
• Clinic preparation according to provider-specific protocols
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment
• Organizing and performing patient care services that support the physician's practice
• Relaying instructions from the physician to the patient or authorized person
• Collecting patient data in person and by phone
• Documenting patient concerns, messages, and care provided in the electronic medical record for the physician's review
• Administering medications as directed by the physician
• Scheduling appointments and procedures
• Taking complete and accurate messages
• Routing messages to the appropriate area for direction
• Entering orders and referrals, acquiring pre-certifications
• Setting up cases in EPIC and updating patient demographics

Requirements

• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant Program
• Medical Assistant Certification or a minimum of two years of experience as a military corpsman
• BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA)

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $24.91 - $31.45
• Full-time employment with benefits
• Recognition as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024
• Ranked in Fortune's Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2023