Clinical Assistant- Neurology- Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise•Corning, NY

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support in an outpatient neurology practice, working with providers, patients, and care teams to support high-quality patient care and efficient office operations. The role supports one or more providers and includes routine patient-care duties, record maintenance, appointment coordination, and clerical work. The practice treats a range of neurological conditions, including migraines, epilepsy, and neuromuscular disorders, and emphasizes personalized, compassionate care. This is a full-time, day-shift position at the Centerway, NY location, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The stated pay range is $17.40–$25.66, based on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Dependable, professional, flexible, and able to multitask.

Responsibilities

Interview patients to obtain medical histories.
Measure and document vital signs, including weight, temperature, and blood pressure, in patient medical records.
Assist providers during examinations and treatments; direct patients to examination rooms and prepare them for care.
Serve as a liaison among patients, providers, and hospital staff.
Process ancillary reports and patient results for provider review and assist with patient communication.
Greet patients and update pertinent information in their medical records.
Direct patients to the appropriate area after examinations to complete their visits.
Perform phlebotomy when required.
Perform high-level disinfection when required by departmental equipment.
Answer telephones, schedule appointments, take medical messages, and perform other clerical functions.
Quote self-pay balances when scheduling, inform patients of financial obligations, and direct patients to patient representatives for account assistance.
Apply disinfection, sterilization, disease-transmission, and universal-precaution principles according to clinic and manufacturer guidelines.
Help maintain appropriate supply levels.
Attend and participate in department meetings and contribute to department and office goals.
Become familiar with ICD-9 and CPT coding.
Clean, stock, and prepare examination rooms.
Coordinate provider-ordered appointments for services such as X-rays, CT scans, and physical therapy.
Assist with obtaining and processing referral and precertification requirements.
Maintain patient confidentiality and treat patients and others with respect and consideration.
Apply Guthrie values of patient-centeredness, teamwork, and excellence in daily work.
Maintain equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and clinic policies and procedures.
Perform and document equipment quality control as required.