Medical Assistant - Oncology/Hematology
- $2,000.00 Sign-on Bonus
- Full-Time Benefit Eligible
- Shift: Full Time - 40 Hours - Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm - No Weekends!
- Location: 43630 Hayes Rd. Clinton Twp. 48038
Department Information:
We are seeking a compassionate and empathetic Medical Assistant to provide dedicated support to our cancer patients at our fast-paced Oncology Clinic. As an MA, which is home to a collaborative team of 7 physicans and 5 Advanced Practice Providers (APP's).As an MA, you will be an intergral part of dedicated provider to deliver respectful, high-quality, patient-centered care throughout every step of the treatment journey.
The ideal candidate demonstrates respect, compassion, and integrity in all interactions and thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary oncology environment. Strong critical-thinking and clinical problem-solving skills are essential, as the MA will support patients requiring complex, multimodality cancer care. Additional hours may be available to provide coverage for vacations or staff absences.
Hematology/Oncology | Department of Medicine | Henry Ford Health - Detroit, MI
Schedule & Work Environment
- Part-time, guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Monday-Friday schedule; No weekends, Holidays, or Nights
- Typical hours: 8:30 AM- 5:00PM
Key Responsibilities
- Rooming patients, obtaining medical histories, and documenting in the electronic medical record
- Measuring and recording vital signs
- Assisting providers and PAs during procedures (e.g., biopsies), including specimen labeling and instrument handling
- Obtaining bloodwork and administering medications (injections)
- Providing patient and family teaching
- Supporting post-surgical care
- Managing charts, patient flow, and general clinic support across both departments
- Collaborating closely with a full-time MA experienced in gynecologic oncology
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients.
These duties may include but are not limited to:
- The greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room,
- Obtaining medical histories,
- The measurement and recording of vital signs,
- Preparing patients for an examination/procedure,
- Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
- Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
- Ability to problem-solve preferred.
- Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
- EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation
Additional Requirements:
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum). OR
- Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years. OR
- Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of one year of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR
- Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years. OR
- Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
*Must Successfully complete all components of Ambulatory orientation as defined by Henry Ford Health.