Medical Assistant - Per Diem, Outpatient Practice Float Pool

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

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About The Position

Medical Assistant Outpatient Practice Float Pool Capital Region 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 or GED is required
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assisting is required
• Medical Assistant Certification is required; CMA or CCMA
• Previous medical/clinical experience is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work within a team as well as individually

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
• Traveling to different clinics in the Capital Region. At times, travel to distant clinics (Glens Falls, Hudson, Amsterdam, Valatie, Kingston) will be required.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED