Student Medical Assistant-Externship

Job Description Job Opening: Medical Assistant

Location: Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Associates

Job Description:

Duties will include:

• 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, specialists as necessary.
• Work in compliance with OSHA, blood borne pathogen standards
• Knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA standards
• Maintain medication samples, discard out-of-date supplies, and keep appropriate records
• Trains 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

Provider will work independently or under direct supervision of Physician in a collaborative and patient-centered environment.

Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of medical assisting experience (preferred)
• Completion of a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant program
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and able to 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, 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)