Medical Assistant - Surgical Practice

Trinity Health•Schenectady, NY

1d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports nurses and physicians in providing quality medical care at the practice located at 624 McClelland St. in Schenectady, New York. The role includes assisting with patient intake and clinical workflows, maintaining accurate electronic medical records, supporting patient education, and helping ensure exam rooms and supplies are ready for care. The position also supports front-end revenue cycle and general administrative functions when applicable, and may cross-cover other areas as needed. The role is full-time, with Monday–Friday office hours on the day shift. The employer describes an orientation program, tuition allowance, and career development opportunities. Pay is $19.00–$26.15 per hour, based on experience, skills, and education, and may vary by location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
At least 10 months of work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field.
Proficiency 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 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 with clinical tasks and procedures.
Ability to provide patients with information related to their health and wellness.
Obtain and maintain medical assistant certification according to the employer's policy.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain appropriate vital signs, and document health information in the electronic medical record.
Respond appropriately to patient concerns and notify physicians when patients need physician intervention.
Complete referrals and obtain pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
Follow proper protocols for collecting and delivering specimens.
Participate in required meetings and practice huddles.
Complete incoming patient forms and scan them into the electronic medical record when applicable.
Use Universal Precautions and follow procedures for exposure to blood or other body fluids; document exposure incidents according to policy.
Keep patient exam rooms stocked and clean, and follow office protocols for ordering and stocking supplies.
Perform office testing when appropriately trained and within scope of practice.
Handle medical waste appropriately.
Provide patients with educational materials and electronic copies of their medical records.
When applicable, perform front-end functions including scheduling and registration, check-in, check-out, charge entry and claims, and end-of-day processes.
Perform general duties including document processing, scanning, and inbox monitoring.
Comply with the Patient Centered Medical Home care delivery model and complete mandatory training.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Work cooperatively with team members and communicate respectfully and effectively with providers, clinical staff, colleagues, managers, and others.
Adhere to the employer's Code of Conduct.
Obtain and maintain medical assistant certification according to the medical assistant certification policy.
Cross-cover other areas as needed.