Medical Assistant

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant performs a variety of clinical and clerical services for the practices that comprise the Taxter Road location. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for monitoring patient's vital signs, patient intake and output, and recording patient history. Performs related work as required. Enters the patient room with the physician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation utilizing electronic medical record applications.

Essential Functions

1. Take and record patients height, weight, health history and vital signs including blood pressure and blood drawing (venipuncture) and EKGs. ADA
2. Assist physician with physical exams and medical procedures by positioning patient and checking vital signs during procedures. Performs all appropriate clerical work in connection with the preparation of billing source documents, insurance forms, diagnostic testing order forms. ADA
3. Sterilize instruments and equipment using autoclave. ADA
4. Prepares medical records and documentation/chart for physician(s). ADA
5. Enters the patient room with the physician during patient visit to capture and transcribe medical record documentation utilizing electronic medical record applications. ADA
6. Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation. ADA
7. Updates patient history, physical exam, and other pertinent health information in the patient chart. ADA
8. Prepares and sends all documentation for physician review and approval via authentication of detailed data entry and specialty specific procedures. ADA
9. Complies with medical facility policies, including those related to HIPAA. ADA
10. Order and maintain supplies and prepare examination rooms. ADA
11. Maintain logbooks, abnormal results laboratory, and pathology specimens. ADA
12. Assist in clerical procedures such as scheduling appointments, answering phone calls and recording messages and completing forms, medical records and requests for lab tests and x-rays. ADA
13. Performs routine tests such as urinalysis, blood sugar, hematocrit. ADA
14. Provide patient education for wellness. ADA
15. Other duties as assigned. ADA

Qualifications

• High School High School/GED Required 1-3 years Preferred
• Annual Assessment - OHS Required
• Fit Test - OHS Required
• Completion with certification of a Medical Assistant training program. Required
• Experience in and completion of an externship during study for Medical Assistant certification. Required
• Medical Scribe or Specialty certification Required
• EPIC, Infection Control, HIPAA, OSHA, Additional as Required by Position Required
• Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Montefiore

Montefiore New Rochelle is part of Montefiore Health System, a premier academic medical center and the University Hospital for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Our mission is to heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be a premier academic medical center that transforms health and enriches lives. Those who work here are driven by a passion to serve and a desire to provide excellent care to all. We apply our standard of excellence to all that we do, including our benefits. Medical insurance, including prescription plan, dental and vision Flexible spending accounts Paid time off for illness, vacation and holidays Life, accident and business travel insurance Employee assistance program (EAP) Disability benefits to protect your income Tax Deferred Annuity 403(b) Employees also have access to an assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits. Click here to see the comprehensive benefits available to those who join our outstanding team. Through this link, you can find detailed benefits plan information, including rates, for non-union associates, NYSNA RNs and house staff. (1199 Union Benefits information is shared at their member benefits orientation upon hire.) Our aim is to develop and retain talent so that every associate can thrive and contribute authentically with opportunities for career growth throughout their career journey. When you join us, your journey will begin with a formal orientation, including specialized clinical orientations and in-house training. The Montefiore Learning Network provides programs and resources to support staff in their work and career. Associates benefit from formal classes, new associate and leader orientations, new equipment orientations, management development programs, e-learning opportunities and many more career development initiatives.