Medical Assistant-surgical Oncology-monroe/anderson
St. Luke's University Health Network
Monroe, Anderson, US
Conducts pre-visit planning and charting
Measures vital signs and updates medical records
Administers injections and immunizations
The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick
Job Summary
The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick.
Primary responsibilities include conducting pre-visit planning, updating patient records with recent test results, and preparing patients for examination by recording vital signs and history.
The role requires maintaining exam room cleanliness, managing vaccine inventory, and coordinating with providers regarding hospital discharges and specialist visits.
Matching Summary
The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Conducts pre-visit planning and charting
Measures vital signs and updates medical records
Administers injections and immunizations
Maintains clinical supplies and autoclaves instruments
Disposes of bio-hazardous waste per protocol
Nice-to-have
Customer service experience strongly preferred
Two years of similar healthcare setting experience
Active participation in quality improvement initiatives
Ability to analyze current procedures for improvement
Team-oriented approach to problem resolution
Key Requirements
High School degree or equivalent required
One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program
Current BLS/CPR certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting preferred