Medical Assistant- Gyn Oncology - Mount Sinai Chelsea Full-Time Days 9-5:30

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

11d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical office support to physicians and surgeons and performs the patient-care and administrative duties necessary to deliver quality patient care. This is a full-time, daytime role at Mount Sinai Chelsea, with a listed schedule of 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., supporting Gyn Oncology.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a training certificate from an approved Medical Assistant certificate course.
Three to six months of related experience.
Current Medical Assistant certification or equivalent.
BCLS certification required, issued by the American Heart Association or the Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Admit patients to exam rooms for examination.
Take vital signs, medical histories, and medication histories, including allergies.
Prepare patient charts for physicians and ensure information is correct and up to date.
Coordinate outside testing for patients and ensure results are returned.
Perform diagnostic testing as ordered by physicians.
Verify diagnosis and procedure codes with physicians.
Administer injections as directed by physicians.
Document all patient interactions in patient files and maintain patient confidentiality.
Maintain exam rooms and medical areas.
Notify patients of test results as directed by physicians.
Operate medical equipment as required.
Collect blood and other bodily fluids as required.
Provide care using the knowledge and skills appropriate to the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related needs of patients served in the assigned area.
Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
Maintain patient and employee confidentiality in the management of information.
Observe Health Care Systems compliance policies and adhere to CLIA laboratory procedures and OSHA regulations.
Assist in training new employees and participate in the development of other staff members.
Represent the hospital to patients, vendors, contractors, and the public.
Meet regulatory, licensure, and annual health assessment requirements; identify learning strengths and needs; use learning resources; and attend sponsored training activities.
Communicate professionally, courteously, and respectfully with patients, families, significant others, hospital staff, and the extended community.
Adhere to Continuum's legal and ethical standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.