Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Texas Oncology, Houston, TX, United States
Overview
Certified Medical Assistant is a full‑time, Monday‑Friday 8 am‑5 pm position with no weekends, call, or major holidays. Levels 1, 2, or Sr based on experience. Locations: Houston Willowbrook, Tomball, and The Woodlands.
Responsibilities
Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.
Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.
Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows.
Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician.
May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.
Qualifications
Level 1
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
Entry‑level position requiring 0‑3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Some state regulations may require specific certifications to work as a Medical Assistant.
Level 2
(in addition to Level 1 requirements)
Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Level Sr
(in addition to Level 1 and 2 requirements)
Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
Current CPR certification required.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑term and Long‑term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan with company match, a Wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyle practices, and other perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on favorite retailers.
Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
LTIP is an incentive program typically vesting over a three‑year period and tied to individual performance and operational success. Awards are discretionary and based on position, performance, and potential for future career growth, reviewed during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to continued employment through the award payment date and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.
Physical Demands
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time, occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment
Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.
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Certified Medical Assistant is a full‑time, Monday‑Friday 8 am‑5 pm position with no weekends, call, or major holidays. Levels 1, 2, or Sr based on experience. Locations: Houston Willowbrook, Tomball, and The Woodlands.
Responsibilities
Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.
Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.
Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows.
Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician.
May enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision.
Qualifications
Level 1
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
Entry‑level position requiring 0‑3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Some state regulations may require specific certifications to work as a Medical Assistant.
Level 2
(in addition to Level 1 requirements)
Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
Phlebotomy experience preferred.
Level Sr
(in addition to Level 1 and 2 requirements)
Minimum five years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinic setting.
Current CPR certification required.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑term and Long‑term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan with company match, a Wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyle practices, and other perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on favorite retailers.
Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
LTIP is an incentive program typically vesting over a three‑year period and tied to individual performance and operational success. Awards are discretionary and based on position, performance, and potential for future career growth, reviewed during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to continued employment through the award payment date and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.
Physical Demands
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time, occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment
Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.
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