Temporary Medical Assistant

Cornerstone Family Healthcare•Newburgh, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cornerstone Family Healthcare is recruiting a full-time temporary Medical Assistant for its Newburgh, New York location. The Medical Assistant provides quality patient care within their scope of practice under the direction of a supervising Registered or Practical Nurse. The role includes patient screening and documentation, supporting the care team and providers, conducting point-of-care testing and screenings, and maintaining a clean, safe, and confidential care environment. The position pays $19–$23 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Perform screening procedures and document results according to Cornerstone policies and procedures.
Identify potential patient problems and alert the Nurse or Provider.
Participate in the 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 guidelines, including infection control, National Patient Safety Goals, and waived testing requirements in compliance with Cornerstone policy, Joint Commission, and OSHA requirements.
Assist providers with in-office procedures and examinations as needed.
Perform hearing and vision screenings for children and adults.
Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, including rapid HIV, rapid hepatitis C, rapid influenza, urine dip tests (UA and HCG), and finger-stick tests (hemoglobin, lead, glucose, HbA1c, and PT/INR).
Float to other departments as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
Make recommendations to supervisors to improve health care for 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, financial, and employee-relations information.
Perform other duties as assigned.