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.
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Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular Time Type:
Time as Reported /
Per Diem Scheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled Department:
400123
Radiation Oncology M&D Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 204 H
Compensation Range:
$19.15 - $25.85 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Assists providers during exams. Performs a variety of clinical tasks in support of patient care in out-patient clinics including a variety of technical, procedural and information systems tasks involving patient care functions affecting the comfort, care and safety of patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collects and transcribes patient data, such as history, condition, care plan, procedures, consultation, prescriptions and orders, etc., in electronic medical record following established protocol. Coordinates patient flow in/out of exam rooms. Escorts patients from the waiting area to exam areas. Answers patient questions and assists with clinic visits. Ensures clinic exam rooms are clean, orderly, and well-stocked. Serves as a liaison between physicians, patients, and schedulers to facilitate patient care. Answers telephones in a professional manner, relaying messages and following up as appropriate. Checks and calibrates equipment according to equipment protocol. Sets up and maintains sterile field as required. Preps instrument tray procedure. Sterilizes instruments and equipment following established protocol. Assists with patient scheduling and registration. Orients new staff and completes administrative duties as needed. May attach patients to diagnostic and medical equipment. Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience in a patient care setting required Associate's degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and computer experience preferred The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
