Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Saint Joseph's Medical Practice, PC Yonkers, NY Job Details Full-time $21.00 - $23.50 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Free parking Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off On-the-job training Paid sick time Qualifications BLS Certification HIPAA High school diploma or GED Medical Assisting Medical assisting Certified Medical Assistant Full Job Description Job Summary The Medical Assistant is an essential member of the health care team who supports practitioners in providing high-quality patient care. In this role, they interact professionally with patients, providers, and other clinical personnel while working collaboratively with the medical team to ensure efficient and effective care delivery. The Medical Assistant plays a key role in facilitating patient flow within the practice, contributing to optimal patient processing and satisfaction. They apply essential skills and knowledge to expedite the entire patient visit process, including registration, intake screening, provider encounters, and safe discharge.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Patient Care & Clinical Support :

Interviewing patients about medical histories, current symptoms, medication reconciliation, allergy to medications, and smart forms Preparing examination rooms for each patient and cleaning up after Preparing patients for the physician's exam Assisting the physician with the physical exam Drawing blood (phlebotomy) Getting vital signs (b/p, pulse, respiration, temp, height, weight and pulse ox) Administering electrocardiogram examinations Changing dressings on wounds Instructing patients about procedures and treatments Performing basic laboratory exams Collecting laboratory specimens and preparing them for analysis Providing information to patients regarding prescribed diets or medications Transmitting prescriptions and refills to pharmacies as instructed by provider Following up with patients after office visits or treatments (closing referral/DI loops) Lab reviews in the morning and letting the provider know any abnormal values Can place the order in ECW under the direction of provider for any DI, Lab or referrals. Creates telephone encounters with proper information to provider Creates a folder for hospital discharges and scans documents assigning to the provider Adds or changes pharmacy in ECW Knowledge of assisting patient to change PCP Follows proper HIPPA guidelines

Clinic Operations & Workflow :

Manage patient flow and prepare exam rooms Clean and disinfect rooms per Infection Control standards Shared responsibility for incoming phone calls

Documentation & Technology :

Telephone encounters for no-show patients, recalls Document care in EMR systems accurately Print patient education materials Assist with Referrals and Authorizations for Medications and Diagnostic testing

Discharge & Communication :

Review discharge instructions with patients Schedule follow-up appointments Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program Current BLS certification Preferred Qualifications Prior outpatient or ambulatory care experience CMA, RMA, or equivalent certification Skills & Competencies Professional communication skills EMR and computer literacy Knowledge of clinical procedures and safety Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods Ability to assist and position patients safely

Pay:

$21.00 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person