Medical Office Assistant
Description
Summary :
The Medical Office Assistant performs various duties as a member of the health team in the treatment and care of patients and their families and also assists with tasks to support the unit.
The position works under the supervision of an LPN / RN. The Medical Office Assistant must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of human growth and development over the life span, ability to recognize data reflective of the patient’s status and inform the Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse of observations.
Description :
- Participates and supports the health team in the direct patient care under the supervision of an RN / LPN
- Performs heights, weights, and head circumference measurement
- Performs electrocardiograms
- Assists with medical procedures as required, i.e. sigmoidoscopies, colposcopy, and biopsies
- Maintains Patient Charts / record / clinic logs and database as necessary
- Collects specimens
- Competence in auditory testing, visual testing, EKG, venipuncture and taking vitals.
- Keeps examination rooms neat and clean
- Manages time and other resources to meet established goals within the agreed upon time frames.
- Meets regulatory, licensure and annual health assessment requirements
- Observes the Health Care System’s compliance policies
- Ensures that all patients , visitors, and guests, as well as co-workers receive personalized, prompt attention and are treated with receptiveness, dignity and respect
Qualifications
Qualifications :
- HS Diploma or GED required
- Formal training in a program leading to certification as a Medical Assistant
- Certificate from an accredited medical assistant school
- Minimum of 1 year experience
- Bi-lingual Spanish preferred
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated competence in auditory testing, visual testing, EKG, venipuncture and taking vitals
- Certification as a Phlebotomist or EKG technician preferred
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Current Infection Control and Child Abuse Certificates
The Institute for Family offers a generous, comprehensive, and competitive range of benefits and perks with the best employers in New York to our staff.
Employees have the ability to choose which plan is the best for them and their families at every stage of life.
Health Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members.
Time-Off
Generous paid sick, vacation, and personal time.
Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan
The Institute for Family Health contributes to a dedicated account for your retirement.
Voluntary Employee Retirement Plan
Save your own money for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth (post-tax) basis, and select from a range of investment options.
Life Insurance
An employer-sponsored plan for you, and access to additional voluntary coverage for you and your eligible dependents.
Short & Long-Term Disability
Income protection to support you in the event of an illness or injury.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts help you save tax-free to pay for eligible expenses throughout the year.
Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement
Financial assistance for work-related courses, degree programs, and certificate programs
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