Medical Assistant - Urology

RPCI Oncology PC•Town of Amherst, NY

8d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Roswell Park Care Network has a fantastic opportunity for a full-time Medical Assistant to work at our Wehrle Urology location! This role involves preparing charts for upcoming patient appointments, obtaining vitals, patient intake, and assisting providers to ensure patients are treated promptly, efficiently, and courteously.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited medical office assistant education program or phlebotomy program
High School diploma or G.E.D. and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical or administrative health care experience; or High School diploma or G.E.D. and the equivalent of six (6) months of full-time RPCI Oncology, PC clinical or administrative health care experience.
1 year prior MA experience or certified CCMA.
Must be Certified MA, Registered MA or Certified Phlebotomist.

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.
Follow proper protocol for securing workstation when walking away.
Escorts patients to exam room, obtain vitals, updates patient history, reconciles medications, allergies, and any required Quality data.
Provides patient education as directed by Provider.
Provides patient with orders and medication instructions as directed by Provider.
Cleans and prepares exam rooms for each patient encounter.
Complete venipuncture as ordered by provider following all safety guidelines including identifying the patient by verifying date of birth. Identify and properly label all specimen tubes for testing.
Follows up on electronic medical record documents routed to him/her by the providers.
May intercept patient phone calls regarding clinical issues.
Stocks exam rooms with medical supplies as necessary.
Empties hazardous waste receptacles when full.
Maintain confidentiality of all current and former patients/charts as required by clinic policy and governing laws.
Be expected to utilize spare time in work related activities which contribute to the clinic's needs.
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.
Attends meetings as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.