Medical Assistant I

Nurse Jobs
New York City, New York
November 15, 2024
$21 / hour
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Job Description

Duties:

  • Demonstrates the ability to perform clinical/technical/service/administrative tasks:
  • Assures that the delivery of patient care is consistent with the philosophy of Client Medical Group
  • Performs EKGs as ordered by the physician – Performs lab testing as ordered by the physician
  • Performs PFT as ordered by the physician – Performs audiometry as ordered by the physician
  • Admits patient to the exam room and takes vital signs, medical history, medication history and allergy history. Height and weight as indicated
  • Performs quality controls
  • Adheres to laboratory procedures as required by CLIA regulations
  • Ensures that the patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately
  • Documents appropriately any treatment – Documents any telephone contact with the patient
  • Documents in the lab accession log and outside medical testing log as per established procedure
  • Documents completed daily checks, i.e.: oxygen, emergency box, etc. as assigned
  • Adheres to universal precautions and OSHA Regulations
  • Maintains examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion – Stocks examination room with supplies – Checks supplies from vendors a Productst packing slips as assigned
  • Puts supplies away as assigned
  • Maintains professionalism at all times
  • Ensures that patients and visitors are greeted promptly and courteously
  • Registers and transacts patients promptly and accurately using current computer system
  • Updates pertinent patient information, including medical insurance coverage and eligibility Ensures that all patients’ names appear on daily ledger sheets
  • Schedules patient appointments – Retrieves and files medical reports/lab results
  • Maintains the patient waiting room and front desk area – Processes HMO referrals as requested by Physician, Practice Management, and patients
  • Communicates to Physician all patient emergencies
  • Answers telephones with name and Client Medical Group office location
  • Takes messages to ensure follow-up on all calls
  • Files and maintains file units
  • Balances ledger sheets and accounts for all monies received
  • Has accountability for all aspects of the cash box and the contents within.
  • Notifies Office Administrator or Reimbursement/Front Office Coordinator when change is needed
  • Communication/Relationships – Demonstrates a professional, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, staff, families and significant others.
  • Displays courtesy, tact and patience with all members of the hospital staff and extended community
  • Ensures that all patients and visitors receive personalized prompt attention and are treated with receptiveness, dignity and respect
  • Provides instructions to the patient upon discharge as per instructed by the physicians and signs the superbill as per discharge procedure
  • Notifies patients of test results via telephone following review and instruction by the physician.

Education: High school diploma or general education diploma (GED).

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

  • High School Diploma/GED.BLS certification.
  • Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or two years of experience working as a medical assistant

Skills: Able to adapt to a growing and changing environment

EXPERIENCES AND/OR SKILLS REQUIRED or DESIRED:

  • CMA IS REQUIRED.
  • Certification as a Medical Assistant or two (2) years relevant work experience preferred.
  • Excellent phone manners, flexibility, knowledge of computer data entry and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle diversified responsibility in fast-paced environment.

Minimum Degree Required: Completed High School (Diploma or GED)

Hours Per Week: 37.50, Hours Per Day: 7.50, Days Per Week: 5.00

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