Medical Assistant - Hematology Oncology Job Listing at Mercy in Oklahoma City, OK (Job ID JR2518552)

Description

Find your calling at Mercy! Position Details:

Location: Mercy Coletta Cancer Center - Oklahoma City

Shift: Full Time (40 hours/week) 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p

Overview:

Medical Assistants (MA) in the medical office setting supports providers by delivering direct and indirect patient care in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner. The MA may assist with clinical procedures, maintains accurate documentation, and provides administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations. The MA functions within their defined scope of practice (based on office type clinic/HOD), under supervision, and in alignment with Mercy's mission and standards of care.

Qualifications:

• Education:  High school diploma or equivalent.

• Preferred Education: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

• Preferred Experience: One year of experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.

• Certification: BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job Description:

• MA greets and rooms patients, obtains vital signs.

• Applicable only in Primary Care: Complete Advanced Standard Rooming

• Collect and update medical history to include medication history.

• Prepare patients for examination and assist providers during exams and procedures.

• Performs basic diagnostic tests (e.g., urine dipstick, glucose, EKGs), as deemed competent.

• Documents care accurately and timely.

• Reinforces patient education once provided by the provider or nurse.

• Maintains exam room cleanliness and ensures adequate supplies are available.

• Assists with scheduling diagnostic tests, specialist referrals, and follow-up appointments.

• Performs front office tasks such as answering phones, patient check-in/check-out, and managing faxes and scanned documents.

• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.

• Follows all infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory procedures/policies.

• Precertification and prior authorization with insurance. 

• Assist with referrals.

• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the Medical Assistant role, based on office type (HOD or clinic), and in accordance with applicable policies and state regulations (i.e., vaccinations).

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.