Certified Medical Assistant – CMA – Radiation Oncology- Full Time Position Available In Hall, Georgia

Job Category:

Clinical Support Work Shift/Schedule:

8 Hr Morning – Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the

Role:

Job Summary Primarily responsible for utilizing the nursing process in providing the healthcare needs of assigned patients within existing standards of care. Additional job responsibilities encompass office procedures directly relating to patient care and front office duties as required for an overall efficient operation. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Active Registry or Certification as a Medical Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience:

Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

Preferred Educational Requirements:

Preferred Experience:

One (1) to two (2) years related experience preferred.

Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Clerical and clinical Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Performs the initial patient assessments documents any findings. Documents nursing intervention and implements physicians’ orders with the guidance of an RN. Establishes immediate plans of care for patients in collaboration with physician, and RN and documents referrals on patient’s chart. Performs front staff duties Correctly identifies and implements infection control processes. Places order for lab and radiological studies as ordered per physician. Performs draw labs if verified as part of employee’s minimum experience and credentials. Adheres to radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Obtains x-ray reports for physician, as requested. Answers telephones and assists patients, triaging calls as necessary. Files patient charts. Schedules follow-up visits and imaging Records daily visits and charges accurately.

Physical Demands Weight Lifted:

Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time

Weight Carried:

Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time

Vision:

Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time

Kneeling/Stooping/Bending:

Frequently 31-65%

Standing/Walking:

Frequently 31-65%

Pushing/Pulling:

Frequently 31-65%

Intensity of Work:

Occasionally 0-30%

Job Requires:

Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS:

Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest – with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties. Learn more at www.nghs.com.