Medical Office Assistant

NY United Health Services•Oxford, NY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

In a clerical role, the Medical Office Assistant is the customer service liaison to each of our practices. The Medical Office Assistant greets each patient with courtesy and respect using exceptional communication skills. The purpose of this position is to provide our patients with a seamless experience while following all UHS Policies regarding registration, scheduling, insurance verification and billing. In a clinical role, the medical assistant performs patient care tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse and/or nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program or direct patient care experience, including but not limited to collection of patient information and data, patient interactions or assisting physicians with procedures in a medical office or hospital setting.
Documentation of current CPR certification required within 1 week of start of employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a walk in / primary care/ specialty care setting.
Certified medical administrative assistant (CMAA)
Strong clerical background with excellent computer skills

Responsibilities

Greet each patient with courtesy and respect using exceptional communication skills.
Provide patients with a seamless experience while following all UHS Policies regarding registration, scheduling, insurance verification and billing.
Perform patient care tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse and/or nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider.