Certified Medical Assistant - Westbury

Stony Brook University • Westbury, NY

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About The Position

The Stony Brook WTC Health Program offers comprehensive, integrative healthcare of 9/11-related illnesses for WTC disaster responders. Integral to our mission of patient-centered care is an enduring support community, advocacy for our 9/11 responders, and cutting-edge research efforts. This is an opportunity to be part of a workplace that truly changes lives.

The Certified Medical Assistant will maintain a safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. The successful Medical Assistant will have excellent customer service skills and will treat every patient with care and compassion. This position requires a responsible individual who can commit to being at work on time and who has excellent attendance, as well as an individual with patience who can handle assisting Providers in a busy clinic. Must consider opportunities to develop job knowledge and skills by participating in training and educational opportunities as suggested by supervision.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Certified Medical Assistant.
• Three (3) years of full-time medical office experience.
• Experience with recording patient/client vital signs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Phlebotomy certified.
• Experience performing spirometry and EKGs.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy, spirometry and EKGs.
• Perform and record blood pressure, weight and temperature.
• Manage smooth flow of patients from check-in to exam room to check-out.
• Document patient notes accurately in charts as required. Document medications, patient history and vital signs in EMR. Access Computer programs to obtain results, as necessary.
• Assist RN, LPNs and clerical staff with front and back office activities such as: respond to patient phone calls, chart paperwork, etc.
• Provide patient education services as needed. Counsel patients by transmitting physician's orders and questions about the WTC program.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment in the exam rooms of the ambulatory care space.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED