Medical Assistant TRI GI OP

Catholic Health System • West Seneca, NY

60d • $19 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is under the clinical supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant and/or Physician to deliver care to the patient and assist the health care provider. He/She collaborates with other health care professionals in providing this care and also assumes clerical duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or successful completion of an accredited medical assisting program required or three (3) to five (5) years of Medical Assistant experience is required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within first ninety (90) days of employment
• Proficient in computer skills, including the use of a computer (keyboarding and the mouse), Microsoft Word and email
• Medical Terminology
• Mental and physical health sufficient to withstand strenuous activity, bending, lifting, walking
• Hand and finger dexterity to manipulate medical equipment
• Desire and skill to meet the needs of the outpatient
• Continuous awareness of need for safety measures in patient care
• Possesses organization, communication (written and verbal) and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks

Nice To Haves

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred
• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred
• Experience and knowledge of related office procedures is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of Patient Centered Medical Home, with MIPS, HEDIS requirements preferred (Primary Care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees