Medical Assistant - Fam Med 116th St

About the role

The Medical Assistant will assist the provider in facilitating patient visits and procedures, conducting routine laboratory tests, making referrals, and contributing to quality outcomes for the practice's patient population.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient use, including cleaning and stocking supplies.
• Room patients and manage an efficient flow of the provider’s caseload.
• Obtain necessary vital signs, EKGs, and/or specimen collections.
• Document care using the EPIC EMR system.
• Perform Point of Care Testing based on patient’s chief complaint and available protocols.
• Process referrals and medication refills.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients, providers, and staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate/certificate of completion from a recognized medical assisting program OR a High School Diploma/GED plus one year of medical assistant experience in a physician practice within the past three years.
• Medical Assistant certification required within six months of hire.

Skills

• Collaborate with others in a team setting.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Have a positive attitude toward problem-solving.

Benefits

Community Health Network offers competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Health insurance
• Patient assistance programs
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of the patient population and the provider.

Benefits

Community Health Network offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Patient assistance programs
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities