Medical Assistant - Radiation Oncology

IRONWOOD PHYSICIANS,P.C. Chandler, Arizona, United States

About this position

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically located throughout the Valley. Each one provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic imaging services, social service support, nutritionist, integrative services, and genetic counseling.     

Mission Statement: To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.     

Overview: The role of the Medical Assistant is a key member of the practice and provides clinical expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality; efficient care. Performs delegated medical functions under the direction of a provider, authorized practitioner or RN in the delivery of care. This position is for our Radiation Oncology department. This is a full-time, day shift working 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   

  • Prepares schedule and all rooms for the day.     
  • Rooms patients.      
  • Completes all necessary paperwork for new patients. Encounters new patient documents.     
  • Enter orders for Labs.      
  • Schedules new patients, procedures, imaging procedures, simulations and reschedules for missed appointments.
    Logs missed appointments and mails letters.      
  • Obtains medical records for patients.      
  • Calls in prescriptions, e-prescribe scripts.      
  • Calls patients to confirm appointments. Notifies patients of negative test results.      
  • Requests CDs for imaging or dosimetry.      
  • Answers triage phone calls and responds appropriately.    
  • Must be willing to travel between offices with reliable transportation.  
  • Answers phone calls and return all messages by the end of the business day.      
  • Assists Medical Oncology Department and Women’s Clinic if needed.      
  • Obtains authorizations for medications.          

Knowledge and Skills:   

  • Stable work history, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.     
  • Ability to use office equipment, computer, and typing is essential.     
  • Easily adaptable to a computer environment.     
  • Must be able to obtain vital signs and take instructions from Physicians.     
  • Must be able to relate well to patients.     
  • Ability to effectively communicate.          

Education and Qualifications:   

  • 1-2 years' MA experience required.     
  • Previous RadOnc experience preferred.      
  • "National MA Certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire"
  • Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.          

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision and life insurance, 401K, and a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E. 

Please visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time"