Full Time - Certified Medical Assistant/Patient Representative - Beacon

About the role

Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant/Patient Representative at our Beacon location.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, vision, and/or hearing tests, record patient data in eCW, (laboratory results, pain level, PEAS, PhQ, Smoke status, etc.), Document reason for visit and insure CVRs are completed as needed.
• Performs in-house labs, collect specimens for outside labs (ex. Pap, cultures, etc), perform quality control in accordance with organizational protocols.
• Prepares exam room and any needed equipment and assists/chaperones during examination and treatment of patients.
• Keeps clinical area stocked and in good order. Assures that all dated material is kept current and disposes of outdated supplies.
• Cleans and sterilizes all equipment and logs each time this service is performed.
• Performs basic clerical work in service area; answer phones in appropriate manner, communicate problems/concerns to nurse; handle telephone inquiries.
• Ensures all appropriate logs are maintained.
• Facilitates patient care within different departments of SRH and outside agencies.
• Verifies all insurance and sets fees based on the sliding scale fee.
• Consults with medical staff to link patients to services through the provision of ancillaries such as translation, transportation assistance and application assistance.
• Assists with daily reception activities and ensures that all processes needed for patient services are initiated.
• Provides basic instruction/health education to clarify provider instructions, procedures and referral needs.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Skills

• Medical terminology
• Healthcare regulations and policies
• Basic medical knowledge
• Customer service skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$22.00 - $25.47 per hour

Schedule

Full-time position