Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Oncology

Company: WellStar Health System
Location: Marietta
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

Wellstar Medical Group is looking for experienced CMAs for the Full time opportunities with our Oncology Team:Candidates MUST be certified by one of the following credentialing agencies:-- -AAMA, NHA, AMT, NCCTThe Wellstar Cancer NetworkWhere compassion meets innovation"-- - -now offers more community-based, world-class care through a partnership with Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers. Again in 2019, Wellstar was a winner of the Commission on Cancer's Outstanding Achievement Award for commitment to high-quality cancer care. More than 20 cancer drugs tested in clinical trials obtained FDA approval!At WellStar, we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the-- -most integrated healthcare provider-- -in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare. Responsibilities The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical NurseSupervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms inadvance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in themedical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Performs other duties as necessary. Job Requirements: Kennestone Hospital- Oncology340 Kennestone Hospital BlvdMarietta,-- -Georgia-- -30060M-TR 8AM-5PMF 8AM-3PMRequired Minimum EducationHigh School diploma and/or equivalent required.Preferred EducationGraduate from an accredited medical assistant programGraduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation-- -Required Minimum CertificationMust have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant CredentialMust have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association, prior to hire date.Required Minimum ExperienceWork experience in a practice setting preferred. Specific experience in practice specialty may be required.Required SkillsMust be organized and attentive to detail.Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction.Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills.The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct.

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