Medical Assistant - La Canada Breast Surgery Center

Position Overview

At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN), a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for over 50 years. Our state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We are dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

We are seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for our Las Vegas, Nevada location. In this role, you will collaborate with some of the best physicians in their fields and assist with patient care in a dynamic clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.
• Record patient data before each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtain all necessary patient records as required by the physician prior to treatment or procedures.
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
• Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as delegated by an RN or physician.
• Maintain exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Respond to patients’ calls and perform additional administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, and reception work as needed.
• Alert the nurse or physician of abnormal vital signs and any important information provided by the patient.
• Collect inbound meaningful use data including flu documentation, initial height, and weight measurements.
• Print medication lists for patient review and assist with completing disability forms.
• Schedule blood transfusions, therapeutic phlebotomies, and order special tests (e.g., Oncotypes, Kras testing, EGFR, Myriad, Paradigm, etc.).
• Enter orders under a provider’s direction and supervision when required.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants is preferred.
• 0-5 (+) years experience as a medical or nursing assistant.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification is required.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Compliance with state-specific certification requirements for Medical Assistants.

Benefits & Perks

• Excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare.
• Team environment that fosters collaboration and support.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Chance to join a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer.