Medical Assistant

Cornerstone Family Healthcare•Newburgh, NY

1d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Cornerstone Family Healthcare is recruiting a full-time Medical Assistant for its Urgent Care team in Newburgh, New York. The Medical Assistant provides quality patient care within their scope of practice under the direction and supervision of a Registered or Practical Nurse. The position pays $21–$23 per hour, plus a 10% shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform screening procedures and document them in accordance with Cornerstone policies and procedures.
Identify potential patient problems and alert the Nurse or Provider.
Participate in the Cornerstone Care Team Model, including pre-visit planning, care team huddles and communication, and population management activities for an assigned patient panel.
Direct and participate in quality improvement activities within the care team and department.
Refer phone and walk-in triage to a Nurse or Provider.
Follow safe nursing practices and policy requirements for infection control, National Patient Safety Goals, and waived testing, in compliance with Joint Commission and OSHA requirements.
Assist providers with in-office procedures and exams as needed.
Perform hearing and vision screenings for children and adults.
Perform EKGs and point-of-care tests, including rapid HIV, rapid hepatitis C, rapid influenza, urine dip tests (UA and HCG), and finger-stick tests for hemoglobin, lead, glucose, HbA1c, and PT/INR.
Float to other departments as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
Recommend improvements to supervisors for the health care of patients.
Follow clinical, administrative, and general policies and procedures in the Cornerstone Policy and Procedure Manual and Employee Handbook.
Attend and participate in monthly department, All Staff, and other required meetings.
Maintain confidentiality, including patient confidentiality and information concerning finances and employee relations.
Perform other duties as assigned.