Medical Assistant- Cardiology Office - Clifton Park

Trinity Health•Lakewood, OH

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing duties in support of nurses and physicians to provide quality medical care in a busy Outpatient Cardiology Office. The role requires performing all job functions in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the mission and core values of St Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. This position is located at 103 Sitterly Road, Clifton Park, NY.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
At least 10 months’ work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field
Proficient in obtaining manual vital signs
Experience using an electronic health record system
Commitment to confidentiality and respect
Ability to obtain and record patient data including prior health history, family history, allergies, current medications, current complaints, and health screening questionnaires
Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology
Experience assisting physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers in performing clinical tasks and procedures
Ability to provide patients with information related to their health and wellness.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program
Holds National Medical Assistant Certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms, take vital signs, and document health information into the electronic medical record.
Respond to patient concerns appropriately.
Complete referrals and obtain pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
Follow proper protocol for collection and delivery of specimens.
Participate in all required meetings and practice huddles.
Complete incoming patient forms and ensure they are scanned into the electronic medical record.
Use Universal Precautions with all encounters and follow procedures for handling exposure to blood or body fluids.
Document all exposure incidents per policy.
Notify physician regarding patients in need of intervention.
Ensure patient exam rooms are stocked and cleaned.
Follow office protocol for ordering and stocking supplies.
Perform office testing with appropriate training and within scope of practice.
Handle medical waste appropriately.
Provide educational materials and electronic copies of medical records to patients.
Perform front-end functions including scheduling, registration, check-in, check-out, charge entry/claims, and end-of-day processes.
Perform general duties such as document processing, scanning, and inbox monitoring.
Comply with the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) care delivery model.
Perform all mandatory training.
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
Work cooperatively with team members to ensure quality patient care.
Communicate respectfully and effectively with providers, staff, and colleagues.
Adhere to employment guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct in performance of all job duties.
Obtain and maintain medical assistant certification.
Cross-cover other areas as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.