Medical Assistant - GF (Neurosurgery)

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP). The Medical Assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN, LPN or LIP in meeting needs of the patient / family. The Medical Assistant performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of patient-centered care. The Medical Assistant carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by NYS law to unlicensed health care personnel.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Documents information into patient record in an accurate and timely manner

Obtains prior authorizations from insurance companies

Generates medical renewals under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider

Assists LPN's with obtaining information for pump / sensor / meter approvals

Assists in clinical coverage as needed

Adheres to AMC's regulatory compliance issues

Other responsibilities as assigned by manager

Qualifications

Qualifications

High School Diploma / G.E.D. - required

1-3 years Medical office experience - preferred

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work within a team as well as individually

Certified Medical Assistant with accreditation by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) Upon Hire - preferred

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Standing - Constantly

Walking - Constantly

Sitting - Rarely

Lifting - Frequently

Carrying - Frequently

Pushing - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Climbing - Occasionally

Balancing - Occasionally

Stooping - Frequently

Kneeling - Frequently

Crouching - Frequently

Crawling - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Handling - Frequently

Grasping - Frequently

Feeling - Constantly

Talking - Constantly

Hearing - Constantly

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Eye / Hand / Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

Working Conditions

Extreme cold - Rarely

Extreme heat - Rarely

Humidity - Rarely

Wet - Rarely

Noise - Constantly

Hazards - Frequently

Temperature Change - Rarely

Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that : Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.