Job Description

Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists ?is looking for a Medical Assistant I to join our team!? This position will support the McKinney location .??

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This position will be either a level 1, 2 or Sr based on candidate experience.?

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Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists is a specialty surgical division within Texas Oncology that is committed to providing leading-edge treatments for colon and rectal diseases and disorders. We are?one of the largest colorectal care specialist groups in the United States. We are committed to growing our mission to provide our patients with the most advanced, compassionate colorectal healthcare. Being a large group simply means we can offer more convenience to our patients. Texas Colon & Rectal Specialist (TCRS) is here to provide our patients with leading-edge treatment for anal abscesses, fistulas, fissures, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, and ostomy care .?

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What does the Medical Assistant I do? Including but not limited to)?

Under direct supervision, the Medical Assistant, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physicians schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate .

• Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, 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.

The ideal candidate for the Medical Assistant position will have the following background and experience:

Level 1

• High school graduate or equivalent .

• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred .

• This is an entry level position requiring 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant .

• Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire .

• Certified Medical Assistant preferred

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