Oncology Infusion Scheduler/CMA

Job description

Job Description Summary
Under general supervision of the oncology nurse manager, the oncology infusion scheduler serves as a clinical support for new and existing patients by assisting with scheduling coordination, clerical support, and triage assessment.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC004782 ORBG - Cancer Oncology Center
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-23
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
• Responsible for the scheduling activities and clinical supportive duties within the oncology infusion unit.
• Escorts and triage patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical record.
• Prepares treatment rooms for oncology patients.
• Provides supportive needs, such as blankets, ambulatory assistance, nutrition needs, etc.
• Performs activities which ensure the effective operations of the clinic, while enhancing the revenue cycle.

Minimum Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with one year of patient care experience preferred.

Additional Job Description
High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited medical assistant program with 18 months of CMA/RMA experience in the same clinic required. Must be certified through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) or American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Health career Association (NHA) or MedCA as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
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