Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oncology Clinic
Job Location
University Health 4 (UH4)
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Clinic Oncology UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
If you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as “Kansas City’s Essential Hospital,” UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service.
Job Description
Provides care for patients under the direction of the physician in the ambulatory clinic and/or procedural setting. As a part of the healthcare team, they support administrative and clinical functions within their work setting. In collaboration with patients and the healthcare team collects and records important health information data as part of the admission and discharge process. Incorporates patient education into the plan of care. Completes and/or assists with procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Must possess one of the following certifications:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - certification by the American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - certification by American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - certification by National Association for Health Professionals
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- Current BCLS certification upon hire & maintained for continued employment
- Ability to perform POCT, immunizations, and injections
- Ability to work independently, prioritize and problem solve
- Excellent organization skills
- Considerable ability to provide superior customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft applications and basic computer skills
- If the position is responsible for radiologic functions, employee must have receive the radiology certification or training in their Medical Assistant program or receive training validated through radiology competency checklist
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