Medical Assistant- Medical Oncology

Pay range: $24.93 - $31.91 Infusion Medical Oncology -

Bend & Redmond, Oregon Relocation Assistance:

This role offers in-state or out-of-state relocation assistance for candidates with one year of relevant experience who have not worked at St. Charles Health System in the last year.

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE

Medical Assistant Infusion

REPORTS TO POSITION

Clinical Nurse Manager of Cancer Center Infusion

DEPARTMENT

Cancer Services

DATE LAST REVIEWED

March 2026

OUR VISION:

Creating America's healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION

In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES

Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

The Cancer Center at St. Charles Health System is a multi-site comprehensive cancer center that provides holistic care to our patients. The Cancer Center provides chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship, and other supportive care treatments. All our staff support our patients in the various stages of their treatments. Services are provided both at Cancer Centers in both Bend and Redmond.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Infusion Medical Assistant supports safe, efficient patient flow within the infusion clinic by managing designated patient assignments and providing proactive operational and patient care support to the infusion nursing team. Working within the defined scope of practice and under the direction of the nursing staff, the MA performs delegated clinical tasks, assists with patient care activities, and contributes to daily operational readiness of the infusion department. The MA may provide cross coverage with other positions within the Cancer Center as needed. This role is essential to maintaining efficient clinic operations, enhancing patient experience, and supporting care delivery. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

Performs all duties within MA scope of practice and established policies and procedures. Provides clinical support to all caregivers/providers. Records and maintains patient's medical data in patient's medical chart. Proactively supports overall clinic efficiency and daily readiness through supply stocking and management, chart scrubbing and billing audits, and assistance with operational tasks as delegated by nursing staff and leadership. Participates in staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars as required. Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION

Required :

High school diploma or GED.

Preferred :

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

Required :

Current MA Certification from one of the following; The American Medical Technology Association (AMT), The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), The National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) Certification, Oregon LPN, or Oregon RN. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health System worksites.

Preferred :

N/A EXPERIENCE

Required :

Must have basic knowledge of

ICD-9, CM/CPT/HCPCS

coding conventions and procedures. Working knowledge of medical practice management information systems. Basic knowledge of physician office documentation standards. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and meet all HIPPAA requirements.

Preferred :

Two (2) years of Medical Assisting experience. Experience in Oncology/Infusion room setting.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to

BBP Schedule Weekly Hours:

40

Caregiver Type:

Regular Shift:

First Shift (United States of America) Is Exempt Position?

No Job Family:

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Scheduled Days of the

Week:

Monday-Friday Shift Start & End Time:

0900-1730