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Islandwide Gastroenterology
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$44,283 / year median in New York
+24% projected growth
Job Description
We are a gastroenterologist office looking for a medical assistant/receptionist . Part time or Full time positions are available. Responsibilities The Medical Assistant performs both clinical and administrative duties. The Medical Assistant supports patient care by taking medical histories and recording vital signs of patients as well as administrative duties such as requesting and updating patient medical records, filing and preparing correspondence for patients or members of the healthcare team. Greet and escort patient to exam room, gather patient history, measure vital signs and document all information in patient medical chart. Assists physicians in preparing and conducting office procedures. Give instructions to patients as directed by physician, advanced practitioner or nursing staff. Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments. Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments and prepare sterilization as required. Screens telephone calls for referrals to nurse or physician. Triage and process messages from patients, front office staff, referring physicians and pharmacies to physicians. Maintains patient files, records and other information. Compiles and condenses technical and statistical data for reports and records as requested. Maintains patient confidentiality. Communicates effectively and courteously with and demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients and family. Treats all patients and their families with dignity and respect. Follows universal precautions, OSHA standards and HIPAA regulations. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Performs other assigned duties as directed. Please contact Susan- fax resume to 516-222-0071