Medical Assistant

Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Work 40 hours a week as a Medical Assistant for Premier HealthCare, performing all the responsibilities as they presently exist or as they may change due to the demands and needs of the program.
• Site assigned hours and days may change to ensure adequate coverage for Premier HealthCare sites.
• Meet regularly for supervision to review duties and responsibilities, submitting paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
• Report to the nurse manager in the absence of the staff nurse in charge of the daily operations of the site.
• Document all activities in the electronic medical record system once you are trained.
• Prepare medical records for the clinician, include laboratory and diagnostic reports and stamped progress notes as needed.
• Verify encounter forms at the conclusion of the visit/day.
• Meet with patients and complete the required Intake packet/ intake updates and supporting documentation.
• Enter information in databases as instructed.
• Escort the patients to and from the exam rooms and prepare them for the clinician’s visit.
• Obtain vital signs, height, weight, BMI and waist circumference as assigned and document all information in the medical record.
• Report pertinent clinical findings to the nurse or clinician as indicated.
• Absorb therapeutic interventions to ensure patient/staff safety based on techniques learned in preservice, during orientation and ongoing training.
• Perform phlebotomy on adult and pediatric patients and obtain other specimens as per clinicians’ order and in compliance with DOH and CLIA protocols.
• Complete laboratory specimen requests including all required information accurately and legibly.
• Document information accurately and completely in the medical record.
• Perform EKGs as per clinician’s orders.
• As assigned, enter prescription requests, form requests, etc., into the designated database and complete associated documentation (e.g., prescription fax forms).
• Update database accordingly.
• Retrieve medical records as per clinicians' instructions, routinely in preparation for prescription requests, etc.
• Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of treatment rooms and other areas of the practice site as assigned.
• Remove filled sharps’ disposal units and other biohazardous waste and prepare for removal by the transporter.
• Replace units and supplies as needed.
• Assume Receptionist, Scheduler and Registrar responsibilities as directed by the nurse manager/charge nurse.
• Promote continuity of care and serve as a liaison between PHC and the patient, family, caregiver and other agencies involved in the care of the patient.
• Participate in the telephone triage process to ensure that requests are appropriately made, prioritized correctly and have the necessary supporting documents prior to the first visit.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities as directed by the nurse manager/charge nurse.
• Maintain databases and participate in tracking systems and inventories and as assigned by the nurse manager/charge nurse.
• Comply with OSHA/CLIA regulations in the exercise of all clinical and related functions.
• Report all safety and health hazards to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Absorb all emergencies as directed by the nurse manager/charge nurse or clinician.
• Comply with NYSDOH regulations and protocols as stated in the PHC Policy and Procedures Manual in the exercise of all clinical and related activities.
• Maintain competencies through on-site training, continuing education programs, and review of reference materials.
• Performs all other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Prior experience working in a fast paced clinical or hospital setting.
• Candidate must be willing to occasionally float to other locations for training and coverage.
• Must have proficient computer skills.
• Ability to understand and operate necessary computer equipment and software programs.
• Must be able to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have some experience working with an EMR/EHR system.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Certified as a medical assistant in the State of New York.
• Must be able to work occasional Saturdays.

Preferred Qualification Requirements

• Have experience in the ID/IDD field.

Schedule

Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

Pay Rate

$20.00 per hour