Job Description
Welcome to Piedmont Cancer Institute - where patient care is more than a mission; it's a partnership and our values lead the way. For more than 38 years, Piedmont Cancer Institute (PCI) has proudly served the Metro Atlanta community, delivering exceptional cancer care built on a foundation of
Compassion, Innovation, Communication, and Integrity . Today, our team includes 17 dedicated physicians, 20 skilled Advanced Practice Providers, across 6 locations (and growing) -all united in our commitment to excellence.
At PCI, we blend cutting-edge treatments with deep clinical expertise and genuine compassion to offer truly comprehensive care. Our dedication goes beyond medicine-it's reflected in how we care for our patients, support their families, and collaborate with one another. No matter your position, a career at PCI offers more than a paycheck. It's a place where purpose meets passion, where connection fuels collaboration, and where your work makes a lasting impact.
Why Join PCI? We're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for making a difference. If you value
Compassion , embrace
Innovation , prioritize open
Communication , and act with
Integrity , you'll thrive at Piedmont Cancer Institute-where every role plays a part in advancing hope and healing in our community. Here, you'll find purpose in your work.
Job Description: The Clinical Medical Assistant is responsible for participating in the provision of care for patients with hematology and oncology conditions. The Clinical Medical Assistant performs a variety of patient care duties within the construct of a multidisciplinary patient care team under the direction of a physician. He or she works with additional clinical and support staff to ensure safe, effective, quality person-centered care.
Primary Job Function - Provides all care in accordance with state and federal law as well as PCI policies, standards of practice, and prescribed workflows.
- Provides direct patient care in the Infusion Suite and Triage Department as assigned by Nurse Team Leaders and Clinical Managers.
- Displays willingness and flexibility to travel to other areas and locations as needs require.
- Demonstrates proficiency in venipuncture and management of vascular access devices.
- Performs patient assessments, including but not limited to: vital signs, height, weight, current
- allergies and medications, pain level, and advance directive information.
- Utilizes point of care testing as prescribed by the physician or advanced practitioner to obtain blood glucose and/or prothrombin time.
- Performs therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Administers medications (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous routes) in accordance with physician and advanced practitioner orders.
- Utilizing available software, documents all patient interventions in real time. Interventions include but are not limited to: medication administration, procedures, virtual or face-to-face education or instruction, referrals to other specialties, organizations, and support services, and phone conversations with patients or other agents.
- Follows protocols for the safe handling of biohazardous materials.
- Assists physicians or advanced practitioners with patient exams or procedures.
- Responds to emergency situations in PCI offices as directed by PCI policies.
- Responds to information requests from patients, care partners, and third-party agents and organizations.
- Educates patients and care partners on plan of care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, i.e. subcutaneous injection technique, pre-procedure instructions, travel instructions, referrals, medication directions as prescribed by physician or advanced practitioner, lab results.
- Provides psycho-social and emotional support to patients and care partners.
- Recognizes the roles of the interdisciplinary team, patient and family care partners and utilizes them appropriately as resources in planning patient care.
- Coordinates referrals to support services as applicable. 18. Provides clinical information to the Revenue Cycle Management Department as requested for the purposes of claims and authorizations.
- Participates in prescribed research training exercises to develop a proficient understanding of clinical trials. Applies knowledge gained to execute tasks prescribed by the trial.
- Communicates effectively with patients, care partners, members of the healthcare team, and third-party agents or organizations.
- Serves as a resource to colleagues and as a preceptor to new employees as directed by nursing leadership.
- Maintains a safe, clean work environment.
- Manages time effectively and delegates responsibility as appropriate.
- Utilizes resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment.
- Accepts personal responsibility for professional development and growth.
- Respects and maintains confidential information. Demonstrates proficiency in HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) concepts.
- Attends prescribed classes and trainings as required by the organization and the clinical department.
- Performs related work as directed by the organization's management team.
Qualifications - Graduate of a Medical Assistant program
- Basic Life Support certification
HIPAA Requirements: - Clinical Medical Assistant will have access to PHI and ePHI in the course of his/her duties. Applying the minimum necessary standard of HIPAA, this employee has access to the minimum amount of designated record sets required to perform his or her duties.
Physical Requirements: - Lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent standing and walking.
- Periods of prolonged sitting.
- Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing) and fine motor skills (Venipuncture, injections).
- Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Typical Working Conditions: - Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Biohazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries.
- Travel may be required.
- Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.
- Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Physical Setting:
Education:
- MA Diploma or Certification (Required)
Experience:
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time