Medical Assistant TRI PC Niagara Falls

Facility:

Trinity PC Niagara Falls Shift:

Shift 1

Status:

Full Time FTE:

1.066667

Bargaining Unit:

Trinity Medical Exempt from

Overtime:

Exempt:

No Work Schedule:

Days Hours:

8-4:30pm or 8:30-5 pm

Summary:

The Medical Assistant is under the clinical supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant and/or Physician to deliver care to the patient and assist the health care provider. He/She collaborates with other health care professionals in providing this care and also assumes clerical duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

EDUCATION

Associate's degree or successful completion of an accredited medical assisting program required or three (3) to five (5) years of Medical Assistant experience is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within first ninety (90) days of employment

EXPERIENCE

Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred Medical Assistant Certification preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Proficient in computer skills, including the use of a computer (keyboarding and the mouse), Microsoft Word and email Medical Terminology Mental and physical health sufficient to withstand strenuous activity, bending, lifting, walking Hand and finger dexterity to manipulate medical equipment Desire and skill to meet the needs of the outpatient Continuous awareness of need for safety measures in patient care Possesses organization, communication (written and verbal) and time management skills Ability to prioritize tasks Experience and knowledge of related office procedures is preferred but not required Knowledge of Patient Centered Medical Home, with

MIPS, HEDIS

requirements preferred (Primary Care)

WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to travel to and work at other Trinity Medical facilities and/or physician practice offices May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient elements Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances May be exposed to patient elements Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Handles emergency or crisis situations Subject to many interruptions Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries Handles absentee replacement on short notice May be exposed to toxic chemicals Flexibility in scheduled working hours/days to meet needs of the practice; occasionally subjected to irregular hours Work is performed in an office environment with normal light, heat and air The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.