Medical Assistant - Radiation Therapy - Full Time - 8hr Days

Cedars-SinaiLos Angeles, CA, United Statesfull time
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Job description

Make a Difference Every Single Day at Cedars-Sinai!

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons we’ve achieved consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence! From working with a team of world-class healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals!

Join our Radiation Oncology Clinic as a Medical Assistant and play an integral role in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals with a wide range of cancer diagnoses and select non-malignant conditions. You’ll work alongside radiation oncologists, registered nurses, radiation therapists, and other members of a multidisciplinary team supporting patients throughout their treatment journey—from initial consultation and treatment planning through radiation therapy, symptom management, and follow-up care.

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Minimum of 1years of Medical Assistant experience.

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT1) certification.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the AHA or ARC.

What You’ll Do

In this fast-paced, patient-facing role, you will help keep the clinic running efficiently while providing compassionate support to patients and their families. Responsibilities include:

  • Room and support approximately 40–60 patients per day in collaboration with the clinical team
  • Obtain and document vital signs, patient histories, screenings, and other required clinical information
  • Perform medication review and maintain accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
  • Draw blood and collect and prepare laboratory specimens in accordance with applicable policies and scope of practice
  • Support timely patient flow and coordinate closely with RNs, physicians, radiation therapists, and front-desk staff
  • Schedule appointments and assist with follow-up testing, referrals, and other care coordination activities
  • Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain exam rooms, equipment, and clinical supplies
  • Perform additional clinical and administrative Medical Assistant responsibilities within scope of practice