Medical Assistant

What Clinical Services contributes to Cardinal Health

Clinical Care Delivery provides high quality, patient-centered care focused on diagnosing, treating and managing care while ensuring the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the practice.

The Medical Assistant performs clinical support services, assists with clerical duties and maintains patient care documentation in medical records. This position is responsible for providing professional care specifically to Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology patients in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

Register new patients and update demographic and medical information as needed.

Prepare and organize examination and procedure rooms for Oncology and Gynecology patient visits.

Assist providers during medical, gynecological, and minor surgical procedures (e.g., biopsies, colposcopies, IUD insertions / removals, and other in-office treatments).

Take and record vital signs, patient histories, and other clinical information to support accurate assessments.

Schedule external labs, imaging, diagnostic testing, and other follow-up appointments for patients.

Collect, label, and process specimens including Pap smears, cultures, and urine samples , ensuring accuracy and adherence to lab protocols.

Request, obtain, and organize necessary clinical documents, imaging, and lab results for patient charts.

Maintain and update electronic medical records (EMR) in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Ensure exam rooms are stocked, clean, and properly sanitized; sterilize and prepare medical instruments according to infection control procedures.

Properly dispose of contaminated supplies and follow OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Respond to and follow up on patient calls, messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, provider schedules, and dictation as required.

Support providers with patient education regarding treatments, procedures, and follow-up care instructions.

May assist with verifying health insurance coverage, authorizations, and other clerical functions as needed.

Demonstrate regular attendance, punctuality, and commitment to team goals.

Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related duties and supporting coworkers to ensure clinic efficiency.

Ensure that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.

Perform any additional duties as required by management to support clinic operations.

Qualifications

High School graduate, preferred

Certified or eligible for certification as a Medical Assistant in the state of employment or completion of a Medical Assisting program

Current CPR certification

Basic PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Minimum of two years' experience, preferred

Location

cCARE Cancer Center : Fresno

7130 North Millbrook Avenue

Fresno, CA 93720

Anticipated hourly range : $21.00 per hour - $26.56 per hour

Bonus eligible : No

Benefits : Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close : 11 / 11 / 2025

• if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity..

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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