Medical Assistant

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. Medical Assistant opportunity in the Melanoma and Skin Center. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of Medical Assistant experience Shift: Monday - Friday days (shift assigned based on business needs)Make a meaningful impact by supporting life-saving care in a world-renowned cancer center, contributing directly to patient outcomes in the Melanoma and Skin Center.Grow your clinical skills in a dynamic, high-volume environment with exposure to advanced dermatological procedures and collaborative work alongside top-tier medical professionals.Enjoy work-life balance with a consistent Monday-Friday schedule and the stability of a full-time role in a prestigious institution.SUMMARY The primary purpose of the Medical Assistant position is to act as a lead assistant in preparing patients for Melanoma Surgery, Melanoma Medical & Dermatology, appointments and assisting with procedures. Medical Assistants perform direct patient care in a dynamic, high-volume environment. There is involvement in all technical aspects of dermatological procedures to ensure continuity of care and maximum efficiency of the area. Consistently demonstrates appropriate knowledge of basic procedural supplies specific to Melanoma & Dermatology. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIESAssists Staff: Responsibilities include completion of routine patient care assignments as delegated Accurately record vital signs and other data, report abnormalities to nursing staff. Various Administrative Duties as delegated by the clinical team and/or nursing leadership Assists Patients: Aids in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, greeting, rooming, and vital signs on all patients registered in clinic. Reports to RN/MLP/MD any vital sign falling outside of normal parameters Observe for any unusual signs/symptoms that may need attention prior to appointment and reports to RN/MLP/MD appropriately Records height, weight, oxygen saturation, and presence of pain on progress note Assist with any procedures, or administrative tasks, under RN supervision Work Environment: Maintains environment in a clean, safe, and orderly manner Stock and maintain unit and patient care supplies and equipment Ensures area of patient responsibility is filled out prior to rooming patient Maintain proper room stock of linen, forms, supplies, etc Checks expiration dates of all dated supplies and discard or return per institutional guidelines Maintain processing rooms, including sterile processing, High Level Disinfection, quality control, logs, etc Equipment Usage & Safety Preparedness: Maintains expectations for safety preparedness, including but not limited to: Orientation to new equipment, Employee Education Event, CPR training, fire drills Effective Communication: Escalates significant events and concerns regarding patients and their care to appropriate nursing staff Responsible for the security and confidentiality of patient information at all times Removes and documents voice mail as delegated by the RN/Nurse Manager Assist in the reception area as needed, answers telephones, recording information on appropriate note and distribute to appropriate staff EDUCATION Required: High school diploma/equivalent. Preferred: Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program or US Military medical services training program. EXPERIENCE Required: One year of medical assistant experience. With preferred degree, no experience is required. Preferred: One year of medical assistant experience. CERTIFICATION Required: None Preferred: Certified by one of the following based on Medical Assistant experience or preferred education: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, 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.