Medical Office Assistant

Overview

Catholic Health Physicians Practices strives to deliver clinically excellent medical care to our patients.

We are looking for a Medical Office Assistants who will provide the highest quality of patient care by being an integral part of the clinical team.

Must have a Medical Assistant Diploma and / or Certification from NYS.

Job Details

Must have a Medical Assistant Diploma and / or Certification from NYS.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepares exam rooms for use following protocol including : disinfecting, stocking all rooms, and checking vaccinations and medications availability for the day.
• Preps the patient chart with pre-visit planning by reviewing the next working day's schedule and identifying gaps in care. The medical assistant is responsible for ensuring and / or obtaining the last mammogram and breast ultrasound, colonoscopy, immunizations and any clinical studies or consults that are required for that office visit
• Escorts patients to exam rooms. Directs patient flow for maximum efficiency.
• Collects and documents patient information, clinical data and other relevant information such as vital signs, height / weight, allergies, active medication list, chief complaint, pain screen and current symptoms.
• Obtains additional data from patient / significant other, EKG / lab / diagnostic test results and other historical data. Reports findings to provider, recognizing abnormal findings or changes in condition.
• Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
• Collects, prepares and processes laboratory specimens for on-site and remote-site testing. Tracks and enters results in medical record. Performs quality control for waived testing and log maintenance
• Assist with front office duties : greeting patients, answering phones, and verifying insurances.
• Other duties assigned

Qualifications :

Posted Salary Range

USD $22.87 - USD $29.13 / Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses / incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.