Medical Office Assistant - University Internist at The Hill

SUNY Upstate Medical University • Syracuse, NY

148d • $16 - $25

About The Position

The Medical office Assistant functions as a clinical liaison between the patient and the provider. Position performs clinical patient care and clerical support activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing exam rooms for patients before, during and after examinations or procedures; taking and recording vital signs, such as heights, weight, and blood pressure, reviewing medication lists, family and medical/surgical history, and obtaining medication authorization. Performing standardized routine tests such as phlebotomy and patient specimen collection. Works within Upstate's EPIC EMR to dictate information to patients, document in their chart, and facilitate/process prescription refills. Excellent communication and customer service skills and knowledge of medical terminology for efficient work. Proficient constant use and understanding of EPIC/EMR, clear concise documentation within of ALL patient interactions and provider directives. Practices highest level of infection control - keeping exam rooms clean and organized, fully stocked and sanitized in between every patient. The Medical Assistant exemplifies the Upstate mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Upstate policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program or one year experience directly related to the medical field
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms for patients before, during and after examinations or procedures
• Take and record vital signs, such as heights, weight, and blood pressure
• Review medication lists, family and medical/surgical history, and obtain medication authorization
• Perform standardized routine tests such as phlebotomy and patient specimen collection
• Work within Upstate's EPIC EMR to dictate information to patients and document in their chart
• Facilitate/process prescription refills
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of all patient interactions and provider directives
• Practice highest level of infection control by keeping exam rooms clean and organized

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time
• Paid sick leave
• Holidays and floating holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed