Medical Assistant - Pulmonary

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

266d • $40,495 - $52,643

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP). The Medical Assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN, LPN or LIP in meeting needs of the patient/family. The Medical Assistant performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of patient-centered care. The Medical Assistant carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by NYS law to unlicensed health care personnel.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
• 1-3 years Medical office experience - preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work within a team as well as individually
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA Upon Hire - required
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT Upon Hire - required
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)-American Medical Technologists Upon Hire - required
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Documents information into patient record in an accurate and timely manner
• Obtains prior authorizations from insurance companies
• Generates medical renewals under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider
• Assists LPN's with obtaining information for pump/sensor/meter approvals
• Assists in clinical coverage as needed
• Adheres to AMC's regulatory compliance issues
• Other responsibilities as assigned by manager

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with lower copays at most Albany Med providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED