FT MA POSITION AUBURN

Associated Medical Professionals of NY, PLLC•Syracuse, NY

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides administrative and clinical support to the clinics. The role requires working independently and collaboratively while demonstrating respect and consideration toward fellow staff. Specific duties may vary according to office location and department structure. The Medical Assistant supports patient scheduling, records and referrals, prepares patients and examination rooms, records vital signs in the EMR, and assists physicians with office procedures without administering medications. The position also collaborates with nurses to provide patient care and applies OSHA policies and procedures in daily work. Travel to other clinics may be needed.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Medical Assistant degree from an accredited vocational institution or completion of a community college course in Medical Assisting.
Thorough knowledge of computer information systems.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form instructions.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience is preferred.
Medical Assisting certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Answer incoming calls, address patient requests, schedule appointments, and contact patients who miss appointments to reschedule as needed.
Distribute patient records to medical staff, prepare new-patient charts, and ensure medical information is accurate and available for review by appropriate personnel.
Process outgoing patient referrals, check out and discharge patients, and collect necessary copayments.
Keep supplies stocked and maintain an effective work area.
Schedule patient appointments and medical procedures, including X-rays and diagnostic testing, using the EMR system as needed.
Obtain surgical and diagnostic insurance authorizations.
Prepare examination rooms, ensure patient-care supplies are available, and clean and restock examination rooms.
Greet patients promptly and courteously, escort them to the lab or examination room, and help prepare them for appointments.
Place information about medications brought to visits into the patient’s chart and verify patient history before the physician visit.
Obtain and record patient vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, respiration, and pulse, in the EMR.
Assist physicians with office procedures as a second pair of hands; these duties do not require administering medications.
Collaborate with RNs and LPNs to provide high-quality patient care.
Maintain working knowledge of OSHA compliance standards and apply relevant policies and procedures.
Complete required training and in-services in a timely manner, including annual OSHA training and PPD placements.
Travel to other clinics as needed.