Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: New York, NY (Postal Code: 10019)
Hours Per Week: 37.50
Hours Per Day: 7.50
Days Per Week: 5.00
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM / 9 AM - 5 PM
A healthcare organization is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant I for a contract position. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in performing a variety of clinical, technical, service, and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a CMA certification, which must be submitted with the resume to be considered.
Duties:
Clinical and Technical Responsibilities:
Perform EKGs, lab testing, PFT, and audiometry as ordered by the physician.
Admit patients to the exam room, taking vital signs, medical history, medication history, allergy history, height, and weight as indicated.
Conduct quality control procedures and adhere to CLIA regulations for laboratory tasks.
Document patient care, including treatment, telephone contacts, and completed daily checks (e.g., oxygen levels, emergency box).
Administrative Tasks:
Ensure patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately.
Maintain examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly condition.
Stock examination rooms with supplies and handle inventory, including checking supplies from vendors against packing slips.
Register and transact patients promptly and accurately using the current computer system.
Update patient information, including medical insurance coverage and eligibility.
Schedule patient appointments and maintain the patient waiting room and front desk area.
Process HMO referrals as requested by the physician, practice management, or patients.
Communicate patient emergencies to the physician and handle telephone inquiries professionally.
Financial Responsibilities:
Balance ledger sheets and account for all monies received.
Maintain accountability for the cash box and its contents, notifying the Office Administrator or Reimbursement/Front Office Coordinator when change is needed.
Communication and Relationships:
Demonstrate a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, staff, families, and significant others.
Ensure all patients and visitors receive prompt attention and are treated with dignity and respect.
Provide discharge instructions to patients as per physician's instructions and follow up on test results with patients as directed.
Skills and Experience:
Certification as a Medical Assistant or two (2) years of relevant work experience preferred.
Excellent phone manners, flexibility, computer data entry skills, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage diversified responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Education and Certification:
High School Diploma or GED required.
BLS certification.
Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or two years of experience working as a medical assistant.
Languages: English (Speak, Read, Write)