Medical Assistant

RPCI Oncology PC•Town of Orchard Park, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the medical assistant is to prepare charts for upcoming patient appointments, obtain vitals, patient intake as directed, and to assist the providers during office hours so that patients are treated in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner.

Requirements

Must have knowledge of medical terminology.
Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished and written, oral or scheduled format.
Attention to Detail – thorough in completing work tasks
Integrity – Being honest and ethical
Adaptability/Flexibility – Being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace
Analytical Thinking – Analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems
Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations
Stress Tolerance – Effectively managing a heavy workload; accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations
Initiative – Ability to identify tangible contribution you alone have made to the organization
Achievement – Results-oriented, utilize strongest abilities
Independence – Work on own and make decisions
Complex problem solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Judgment and decision-making – Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Time management – Managing one’s own time and guiding the time of others
BLS Certification is required
1 year experience

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of an accredited medical office assistant education program
Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Completes chart prep 24-48 hours prior to patient appointment to ensure chart is complete with notes, pathology report, test results, medications, allergies, etc.
Timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Assist surgeons in mini OR with minor surgical procedures that require knowledge of sterile procedure and autoclaving instruments
Maintain confidentiality of all current and former patients/charts as required by clinic policy and governing laws
Follow proper protocol for securing workstation when walking away
Document in the EMR using only your assigned login
Escorts patients to exam room, obtain vitals, updates patient history, reconciles medications, allergies, and any required quality data
Provides patient with orders, education and medication instructions as directed by Provider
Cleans and prepares exam rooms for each patient
Empties hazardous waste receptacles when full
Identify and properly label all specimen tubes for testing
Follows up on Electronic Medical Record documents routed to him/her by the Providers
Accurately and efficiently respond to tasks received from providers and other office staff
Must adhere to policies, procedures and regulations as outlined in the office policy and procedures manual
Interact with fellow workers in a way that promotes a harmonious and cooperative working environment
Be expected to utilize spare time in work related activities which contribute to the clinic's needs
May intercept patient phone calls regarding clinical issues
Stocks exam rooms with medical supplies, as necessary
Attends meetings as required
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested