Medical Assistant II
Company: Ellis Medicine
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: May 20, 2023
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Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION:
Maintains a well-organized and adequately stocked patient care
unit. Assist the nursing staff to meet patient needs by providing a
high level of clerical and technical support. Develops
intra-interdepartmental relationships which supports nursing
maintenance of the patient care environment. Performs specimen
collection including Venipuncture and performs basic level lab
testing, obtain patient V.S. and prepares patient to see
provider.
Responsible for providing clerical and technical support to the
Healthcare Center Office. Clerical functions to include but not
limited to: reception, registration, scheduling, billing,
processing and distribution of mail, and the forwarding of
information and reports. Assist in maintaining medical records in a
confidential manner. This position must provide customer friendly,
courteous reception to clients and customers at all times. Must be
able to work well in a team environment and posses excellent
customer service skills with the ability to multitask.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Prior experience working in a hospital environment or
physician practice preferred.
Certifications: Must be a graduate from a Medical Assistant program
AND possess a current MA certification or registry.
MAKING ELLIS EXCEPTIONAL (MEE) BEHAVIORS & STANDARDS
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:
The Medical Assistant will coordinate and maintain an orderly
distribution of supplies and equipment.
The Medical Assistant will work with other members of the
intra/interdepartmental team to provide a smooth patient care
environment.
The Medical Assistant will maintain a clean, safe environment for
the patient.
The Medical Assistant will provide safe, efficient, and organized
care.
Will collect and identify laboratory specimens.
Will perform basic level lab testing and document proper quality
control procedures and assist in proficiency testing.
Will perform technical skills for patient care. Skills may include
blood glucose monitoring; use of audio scope; Snellen eye testing;
obtaining culture; electrocardiogram; CPR and assisting with
primary care procedures.
The Medical Assistant conducts office protocols and procedures as
described by the Office Manger.
The Medical Assistant participates in coordination of clerical
duties and the objectives of the HealthCare Center.
Will demonstrate self development and participate in provision of
safety practices for themselves and other members of the health
care team.
Adheres to the policies and procedures as out lined in the Exposure
Control manual regarding standard precautions; bloodborne pathogen;
disposal of needles; syringes and sharps; cleanup procedures for
blood and body fluids spills; storage, handling and disposal of
medical waste.
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures related to mandatory
education and annual health assessment.
Performance of electronic medical record (EMR) duties.
Performance of care team duties.
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