Medical Assistant - GI Center

MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX • 3h ago

Seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team. The Gastrointestinal Cancer Center brings together leading specialists in cancers of the digestive system, including gastroenterologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and surgeons. Physicians focus on specific cancer @types and sub@types, working in multidisciplinary teams to create personalized, coordinated treatment plans for each patient.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of Medical Assistant experience. CMA / RMA certification preferred. Prior experience working in gastrointestinal, colorectal, or endoscopy is strongly preferred. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm.

MD Anderson offers employees: *

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.

Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.

Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.

Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.

Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.

Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.

Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.

Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.

Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.

KEY FUNCTIONS

Assist with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.

Prepare and stock rooms; escort patients to exam rooms.

Obtain vital signs and prepare patients for physician care.

Document patient care entries and completed lab work in medical records.

Review and sort incoming lab results; forward reports for review.

Collect laboratory specimens and perform waived testing (e.g., finger stick glucose, EKG).

Transport patients for discharge or transfer within the hospital.

Position, lift, and move patients as needed.

Clean, store, and maintain medical equipment.

Maintain inventory of laboratory and medical supplies.

Process required paperwork and instruct patients on test preparations.

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent and

Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program including externship/practicum. or

Preferred: Graduate of a U.S. Military medical services training program.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: 1 year Medical assistant experience - OR - With preferred education no experience is required.

Preferred: Two years of medical assistant experience.

Preferred: Experience working in gastrointestinal (GI), colorectal, or endoscopy.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred: CMA - Certified Medical Assistant American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Upon Hire

Preferred: RMA - Registered Medical Assistant American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT). Upon Hire

Preferred: CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Upon Hire

Preferred: National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Upon Hire

Preferred: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 183166

Employment Status: Full-Time

Employee Status: Regular

Work Week: Days

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,000

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,000

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 65,000

FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

Fund Type: Hard

Work Location: Onsite

Pivotal Position: No

Referral Bonus Available?: No

Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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