Medical Assistant occupation at 21st Century Oncology in Providence

21st Century Oncology is currently interviewing Medical Assistant on Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:18:05 GMT. The medical support staff at 21st Century Oncology is a specifically trained group of individuals who have demonstrated expertise in dealing with cancer and urology patients and their special problems. The Medical Assistant assists the doctor, as needed, to ensure the health and safety of our patients during all aspects of their care at 21st Century Oncology. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Remain with...

Medical Assistant

Location: Providence Rhode Island

Description: 21st Century Oncology is currently interviewing Medical Assistant right now, this occupation will be placed in Rhode Island. More details about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. The medical support staff at 21st Century Oncology is a specifically trained group of individuals who have demonstrated expertise in dealing with cancer and urology patients and their special problems. The Medical Assistant assists the doctor, as needed, to ensure the health and safety of our patients during all aspects of their care at 21st Century Oncology.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remain with physician at all times in the exam room unless asked to step out or sent to schedule a study.
• Assisting the doctor in all aspects of the patient's initial consultation, and

1. Weekly status checks 2. Routine follow-up examinations 3. Any emergency visits that are needed.

• Scheduling and follow-up on all diagnostic studies that are ordered including proper documentation and obtaining physicians signature on test result.
• Responsible for acquiring results and notifying said results on all interim reports to the Physician and then to chart.
• Charting information of patient progress on weekly status check sheets and scuts. Copy of notes (scut) to Front Desk Receptionist in the applicable office.
• Drawing of blood for various lab tests that are sent out in applicable office. Following up on results of lab including obtaining physician's signature on test results.
• Attend annual OSHA/Biomedical update meetings and application in the clinical setting of the updates. Practice of safety precautions and wearing of personal protective equipment when needed.
• Documentation of medications that the patients are currently taking, and document any new medications prescribed by our physicians while under our care. This includes the name of the medication, dose and amount prescribed, physician prescribing, instructions, date and nurse's initials.
• Documentation of any samples given to patient
• Responsible for charting patient's vital signs, initial weight, and all follow-up weights.
• Responsible for obtaining all signed permission slips for patients who are radioactive prostate seed implants only.
• Verifying that the allergy sticker is complete
• Often need to assist or perform cathing of patients for various simulations.
• Once aware, responsible for reporting or verifying all patient problems as reported to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain HIPAA rules and regulations as it applies to patient privacy.
• Maintain open communication with front desk, Physician and office staff as it applies to:

1. Patient add-ons 2. Patients on treatment breaks 3. Changes in treatment plan

• Maintain licenses, if applicable

REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant

Experience in radiation oncology

Strong communication skills-both written and verbal.

Professional and reliable

Good interpersonal and organizational skills

Demonstrates care and compassion in dealing with patients

Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented

Good computer skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Balancing- Yes

Crouching- Yes

Pulling- Yes

Carrying- Yes

Grasping- Yes

Sitting- Yes

Climbing- No

Kneeling- Yes

Standing- Yes

Crawling- No

Lifting- Yes

Seeing- Yes

Job Description Clause

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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This occupation starts available on: Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:18:05 GMT

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