Medical Assistant - Pulmonologists

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R0085890

Category:

Medical Assistant Employment Type:

Full-Time Health Care Partner:

Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Location:

206 Cornelia St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Department:

CVPH - MG

Pulm, Sleep Lab Job Type:

Regular Primary Shift:

Day Hours:

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Estimated Hours per

Week:

40

Bi-Weekly Hours:

80

Weekend Needs:

As Scheduled Pay Rate:

$20.81 - $30.17 per hour This is a bargaining union position. Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.

Primary Shift:

0800-1630

Secondary Shifts:

0700-1530, 1730-1600

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant works under the general supervision of the Practice Coordinator and clinical supervision of the physician, advanced practice provider or licensed nursing staff to deliver excellent patient care. Job duties include basic clinical tasks, working with patients and assisting the other members of the healthcare team to ensure efficient and high quality care to the patient. The Medical Assistant performs such duties in accordance with established policies and procedures. AHA-BLS certification is required however, certification is not a qualifying factor to obtain the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Skills Required:

1. High school graduate or GED required. 2. Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology. 3. Previous experience as a Medical Assistant or Graduate of Allied Health or similar program required. 4. AHA-BLS is required within 6 months of hire or a current non-AHA-BLS card will be honored up to date of renewal. 5. Knowledge of medical practice management and/or electronic medical records systems required. 6. Previous experience or education in a clinical support role required. 7. Willingness to use positive communication skill while performing job duties. 8. Ability to perform detailed assignments, work under pressure, and relate to patients, providers, as well as other clinical and office staff required. 9. Basic computer knowledge required. 10. Willingness to attend and complete CVPH education requirements satisfactorily required. 11. Ability to work independently, handle interruptions, take direction and prioritize required As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided. Apply