Medical Assistant - Full Time - Desoto/Midtown
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Description
Job Title: Medical Assistant
About Us
At West Cancer Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research. Our team fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring that every role contributes to making a difference in patients’ lives. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive support to those navigating the challenges of cancer treatment.
Position Overview
The Medical Assistant supports patient care within a clinic or medical office setting under the direction of a provider. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, supporting clinicians with procedures, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and providing patients with compassionate and informed care. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, medical assisting knowledge, and a commitment to teamwork and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Fulfill patient care responsibilities as directed by physicians or other clinicians
- Prepare and maintain clean, organized exam rooms, instruments, and equipment
- Assist with clinical procedures and medical documentation as needed
- Support patient flow and maintain effective communication with patients and providers
- Greet patients warmly, using their name, and maintain a professional and compassionate demeanor
- Respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations
- Follow all clinic safety, infection control, and operational procedures
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least six (6) months of experience working in a medical facility as a Medical Assistant or similar healthcare role
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
- Preferred:
- Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program
- Substitution Allowed:
- Completion of an accredited medical assisting program in lieu of the six-month experience requirement
Skills & Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain smooth clinic workflow
- Proficiency with basic computer use; EMR experience preferred
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a care team
- Completion of required training programs within designated time frames
- Competence in motivational interviewing and teach-back techniques (or willingness to learn)
- Calm and effective response during patient emergencies
Why West Cancer Center is a Great Place to Work
- Meaningful Impact: Play a direct role in supporting patients through one of the most challenging times of their lives.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals committed to improving cancer care.
- Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training, educational resources, and growth opportunities.
- Mission-Driven Environment: Be part of an organization guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.
No nights, weekends, or holidays. Comprehensive benefits package.
Join Us
Take the next step in your healthcare career and become part of a team making a meaningful impact. If you’re a compassionate, organized professional ready to support outstanding patient care, apply now to join West Cancer Center as a Medical Assistant.
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Basics
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Short answers (8)
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- How did you hear about this job?
- If referred, please list name of the associate that referred you optional
- To help us align expectations early in the process, please share your target salary range in USD. We understand that this may be negotiable, but having a range helps us use your time efficiently.
- If you have worked for West Clinic/West Cancer Center or its affiliates in the past, please list positions(s) and any other name or alias used while employed. optional
- How many years’ experience do you have for this position?
- If you are presently under an employment contract, when does it expire? optional
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- What is your availability?
- Do you have a current BLS certification through the American Heart Association?
- Do you currently have a valid certification or registry? If so, please check which certification or registry you have.
- Have you ever worked for West Clinic/West Cancer Center or its affiliates in the past?
- Have you ever been terminated or resigned in lieu of termination?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- May we contact your current employer?
- Are you presently under an employment contract?
- I understand that West Clinic/West Cancer Center does not respond to application status inquires until I have been selected for a position or the position is filled by another candidate?
- I hereby authorize West Clinic/West Cancer Center to conduct work history, education, personal reference, or police record inquires to determine my acceptability for employment. I authorize West Clinic/West Cancer Center and its agents to procure a consume report and/or investigate consumer report about my background, character or reputation, including, but not limited to information as to my employment, education, consumer credit history (if appropriate for certain job descriptions), driving record, social security number verification, criminal record, and/or public record history. I authorize all persons to fully disclose information relevant to this investigation. I release from liability all persons, companies, and government or other agencies disclosing such information. I further authorize that a photocopy of this authorization may be considered an original.
- I understand that by submitting this application, I acknowledge and warrant the truthfulness of the information provided in this document.
Written answers (9)
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- Do you have any relatives or household members employed by West Cancer Center? If so, please indicate name, job title, and location. Do not include any information or identification of marital status.
- If you have ever been terminated or resigned in lieu of termination , please explain: optional
- Have you ever been convicted, pled no contest, or pled guilty to a felony or do you currently have a pending charge? Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
- Have you ever been convicted, pled no contest, or pled guilty to ANY misdemeanor to include involving fraud, writing bad checks, theft, DUI, or drugs? DO NOT include juvenile cases or cases sealed or expunged by a court. Do not assume charges have been removed. Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
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- Have you ever served as an expert witness or consultant in healthcare malpractice cases? Type YES or NO. If yes, please explain:
- Please provide 5 professional references to include name, email address, and phone number.
- Please list any other names used (maiden, alias, nickname) or type NONE.