Medical Assistant I - Outpatient Cancer Center
Job ID: 53959
Area of Interest: Nursing Support
Location: Baltimore, MD US
Hours of Work: M-F, occasional weekend
Job Facility: University of Maryland Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: ROTATING
What You Will Do:
The Greenbaum Cancer Center Outpatient Clinic is looking for a Medical Assistant I to join the team.
Under direct supervision of the on-site physician, the Medical Assistant will assist in the delivery of patient care. Perform delegated medical tasks and may perform clerical duties. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.
1. Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record/EMR.
2. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
3. Performs routine clinic testing, including but not limited to; urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
4. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
5. Obtains necessary blood and urine specimens.
6. Provides pre-printed patient education /material as directed by physician.
7. Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.
8. Performs cleaning and disinfection of environment of care. Performs high level disinfection of equipment instruments per unit/hospital procedure.
9. Maintains necessary supplies in clinical area.
10. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations(s) served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs. Provides the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
11. Administers select medications and injections under direct supervision of physician as per clinic and hospital policy. Assist in the UMMS immunization program, including giving injections and tracking data in a computer program.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Be Successful:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
Demonstrated skill in venipuncture.
CPR certification required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Area of Interest: Nursing Support
Location: Baltimore, MD US
Hours of Work: M-F, occasional weekend
Job Facility: University of Maryland Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: ROTATING
What You Will Do:
The Greenbaum Cancer Center Outpatient Clinic is looking for a Medical Assistant I to join the team.
Under direct supervision of the on-site physician, the Medical Assistant will assist in the delivery of patient care. Perform delegated medical tasks and may perform clerical duties. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.
1. Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record/EMR.
2. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
3. Performs routine clinic testing, including but not limited to; urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
4. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
5. Obtains necessary blood and urine specimens.
6. Provides pre-printed patient education /material as directed by physician.
7. Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.
8. Performs cleaning and disinfection of environment of care. Performs high level disinfection of equipment instruments per unit/hospital procedure.
9. Maintains necessary supplies in clinical area.
10. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations(s) served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs. Provides the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
11. Administers select medications and injections under direct supervision of physician as per clinic and hospital policy. Assist in the UMMS immunization program, including giving injections and tracking data in a computer program.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Be Successful:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
Demonstrated skill in venipuncture.
CPR certification required.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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