Medical Assistant Instructor

Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates - Savage, MN

Full-time

Savage, MN

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Assistant at Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates plays a crucial role in providing patient care and support within a collaborative healthcare environment. This position involves assisting healthcare providers with various tasks, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining compliance with medical standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from the exam room and complete the patient intake according to protocol.
• Clean and straighten exam room between patients.
• Prepare syringes and administer subcutaneous and intra-muscular injections.
• Assist provider with injectable procedures.
• Prepare pathology and lab specimens and route them to the correct lab as required by the patient's insurance.
• Respond to patient questions in office and via phone as instructed by the physician.
• Schedule or re-schedule appointments with providers and specialists as necessary.
• Work in compliance with OSHA and blood borne pathogen standards.
• Knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Maintain medication samples, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records.
• Train other employees on medical assistant duties as required by the practice.
• Assist with check-in or check-out procedures at the front desk when needed as a backup.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year of medical assisting experience (preferred).
• Completion of a Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant program.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work well within a team.
• Professionalism and strong customer service skills are a must.
• Able to communicate with doctors clearly and concisely.
• Able to communicate with patients and co-workers in a professional and friendly manner.
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds and stand for prolonged periods (i.e. an hour at a time).

Benefits

• 401k
• Continuing education credits
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• HSA Account
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)