Cardiology Medical Assistant II - Gloversville
About The Position
The Medical Assistant II maintains a well-organized and adequately stocked patient care unit. They assist nursing staff in meeting patient needs by providing a high level of clerical and technical support. This role develops intra-interdepartmental relationships that support nursing maintenance of the patient care environment. The position performs specimen collection, including venipuncture, and basic level lab testing, obtains patient vital signs, and prepares patients to see their provider. The Medical Assistant II is responsible for providing clerical and technical support to the Healthcare Center Office, which includes reception, registration, scheduling, billing, processing and distribution of mail, and forwarding of information and reports. They assist in maintaining medical records confidentially and must provide customer-friendly, courteous reception at all times. The role requires the ability to work well in a team environment, possess excellent customer service skills, and the ability to multitask.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be a graduate from a Medical Assistant program.
- Must possess a current MA certification or registry.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working in a hospital environment or physician practice preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and maintain an orderly distribution of supplies and equipment.
- Work with other members of the intra/interdepartmental team to provide a smooth patient care environment.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment for the patient.
- Provide safe, efficient, and organized care.
- Collect and identify laboratory specimens.
- Perform basic level lab testing and document proper quality control procedures and assist in proficiency testing.
- Perform technical skills for patient care, which may include blood glucose monitoring; use of audio scope; Snellen eye testing; obtaining culture; electrocardiogram; CPR and assisting with primary care procedures.
- Conduct office protocols and procedures as described by the Office Manager.
- Participate in the coordination of clerical duties and the objectives of the HealthCare Center.
- Demonstrate self-development and participate in the provision of safety practices for themselves and other members of the healthcare team.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Exposure Control manual regarding standard precautions; bloodborne pathogens; disposal of needles; syringes and sharps; cleanup procedures for blood and body fluids spills; storage, handling and disposal of medical waste.
- Adhere to hospital policies and procedures related to mandatory education and annual health assessment.
- Perform electronic medical record (EMR) duties.
- Perform care team duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
