Medical Assistant - Oncology (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Marysville, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant assists in planning and providing nursing care for patients while coordinating activities with other healthcare disciplines. They are responsible for setting up exam rooms, performing clinical procedures like venipuncture, and assisting physicians with office-based tasks.

Qualifications

You have a High School Education/GED or equivalent and are certified as a Medical Assistant. You are also required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and possess the ability to assist physicians with office procedures and obtain vital signs.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Medical Assistant (CMA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Phlebotomy

Audiometry

Vision testing

Venipuncture

Job Description

Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

Job Summary:

Assists in planning, providing, and evaluating nursing care for patients and in coordinating nursing care activities with other health care disciplines under the guidance of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN). Works as a team with other staff members to achieve patient care objectives. Identifies and seeks solutions for any clinical problems and reports them to the affected department.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

  • Medical Assistant (CMA) certification: Preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
  • Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP within six months of hire.: Preferred
  • Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required

Department Specific License/Certifications:

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA): Required

Essential Functions:

  • Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
  • Assists the physician with office procedures: preparing instruments needed for suturing, providing equipment and solutions for biopsies, providing supplies needed for splinting, etc.
  • Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician. Performs venipunctures as ordered.
  • Performs audiometry and vision testing.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.


Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Adventist Health

Adventist Health Central Coast (formerly Tenet Health Central Coast) is proud to serve the Central Coast of California. We offer care through two acute care hospitals, two imaging centers and an expansive primary and specialty care network.
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