Medical Assistant - GYN

About the role

The Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities in a manner that places emphasis on quality of care and customer service, collaborating with medical staff to ensure a patient-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates and supports the team members to ensure a patient-focused approach to care
• Performs clerical duties that drive efficient patient flow
• Prepares patients for provider visits and/or procedures by taking vital signs; accurately records medical history and determines risk factors
• Facilitates lab and diagnostic tests at the request of the ordering provider
• Conducts a review of scheduled patient charts to assist with pre-visit planning
• Aids and prepares all paperwork on behalf of patients including, but not limited to: prior authorizations for treatments and prescriptions, patient benefits, entitlements, disability, and other agency inquiries as assigned
• Maintains exam rooms according to protocols; cleans rooms and equipment between patient exams to ensure patient comfort and compliance with infection control standards; ensures all necessary supplies are stocked and equipment is functioning properly

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Current valid CPR/BLS certification
• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare practice
• Must be able to travel to our Buffalo locations

Qualifications

• CMA (AAMA) certification strongly preferred
• Familiarity with EMR system (Medent) strongly preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally
• Familiarity with computers and MS Office
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the issues and health disparities faced by underserved populations is essential

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in computer systems and MS Office
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Benefits

• Multiple comprehensive medical health insurance plans
• Dental and Vision coverage at no cost to you
• Paid Time Off package that equals 4 weeks of time in your first year
• 403b with a generous company match
• Paid parking or monthly metro pass
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid lunch breaks

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8am-4pm