MD Anderson

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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.     Job Summary The primary purpose of this position is to perform all assigned and routine duties for the BMA Center. This position requires the individual to interface directly with patients and family members and respond to their needs according to patient care assignments, and available resources. Acts as a technical assistant in preparing patient for BMA procedures. Schedule: Monday through Friday, with shifts starting as early as 8:30 a.m. and ending as late as 5:00 p.m. Flexibility within this timeframe is required. Job Functions Room patients in preparation for patient's procedures which includes taking and documenting vital signs and any other assigned information into the Electronic Health Record. Assists in ensuring a safe environment for patients. Provides support and assistance to all members of the healthcare team as needed. Essential Functions: · Assists with patient's Bone Marrow Aspiration procedures · Prepares/stock rooms · Escorting patients to rooms · Obtain vital signs and prepare patients for procedures · Collect patient charts from the front and verify the accuracy of information · Monitor patients during procedure for any abnormal signs/symptoms · Arranges for specimens to be picked up or delivered to the appropriate lab for processing · Provides transportation of patients for discharge or transfer to other areas in the hospital as needed · Other duties as assigned EDUCATION • Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent • Preferred: Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program or US Military medical services training program WORK EXPERIENCE • Required: One year Medical assistant experience • Required: With preferred education no experience is required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS • Preferred: CMA - Certified Medical Asst American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Upon Hire • Preferred: RMA - Reg Medical Assistant American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT). Upon Hire • Preferred: CCMA - Cert Clinical Medical Asst National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Upon Hire • Preferred: National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Upon Hire • Preferred: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information • Requisition ID: 177711 • Employment Status: Full-Time • Employee Status: Regular • Work Week: Days • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,000 • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,000 • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 65,000 • FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay • Fund Type: Hard • Work Location: Onsite • Pivotal Position: No • Referral Bonus Available?: No • Relocation Assistance Available?: No #LI-Onsite