Medical Assistant- Trainer - Full Time - Midtown/Desoto

The role

The Medical Assistant – Trainer provides patient care in the clinic under a provider's direction. This role also trains and orients new Medical Assistant hires and serves as a clinical resource for the team.

What you will do

• Provide orientation and training to new Medical Assistant hires on clinical workflows and responsibilities within the physician office.
• Support training for competency requirements of new hires and help with competency checkoffs for Medical Assistants.
• Serve as a clinical resource by answering questions and supporting Medical Assistants in daily practice.
• Carry out patient care responsibilities as requested by physicians or other clinicians.
• Perform clinical medical assisting responsibilities as required.
• Set up exam rooms, instruments, and equipment.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of West Cancer Center experience that includes training employees, OR five (5) years of experience working in a medical facility as a Medical Assistant, including one (1) ye
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through AAMA, NHA, NCCT, NAHP, or RMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Medical Assistant competencies and skills checklists.
• Ability to train new hires in patient interaction standards.
• Proficiency in EMR navigation and documentation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in motivational interviewing and teach-back techniques.
• Ability to act quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.

Nice to have

• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Meaningful impact supporting patients and clinical teams.
• Collaborative culture working alongside a multidisciplinary oncology team.
• Professional development while supporting the growth of others.

Before you apply

• Requires a current Medical Assistant certification and BLS certification.

About the company

West Cancer Center is dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care and advancing groundbreaking research. The organization is guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.