Medical Assistant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Medical Assistant Full Time Entry Buffalo, NY, US 10 days ago Requisition ID: 2060 Salary Range: $16.50 To $18.75 Hourly Dent Neurologic Institute is committed to excellence in all we do. Our culture is built on 4 key pillars: respect, quality, productivity, and wellbeing. By remaining dedicated to these values and the overall overall mission, we are dedicated to making a difference for both patients and colleagues. When you join the Dent team, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits: Work-Life Balance with Set Scheduling (no overnight shifts) Free Onsite Parking at All Locations Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans Wellness Program Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Location : Williamsville, NY Availability between 7am-5pm; Shift: 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day Responsibilities: Coordinates and participates in a variety of patient care activities in the examination of patients to include: vital signs, records data for medical record and calls in prescriptions to pharmacy as directed by the physician. Determine, prepare and set-up medical supplies, instruments and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Confers with patient to obtain accurate information for records, explains procedures, allay fears and elicit cooperation; ensure completion of chart information prior to examination by physician or extender. Assists in completion of insurance/compensation/disability/prior authorization forms Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition; set up, clean and disinfect examination rooms; monitor and ensure appropriate inventory of medical supplies in examination rooms; replenish as required Evaluate patient care with emphasis on patient response; monitors providers’ plan of care from patient assessments, medical record and other record information; maintains liaison with physicians and practice administration to ensure efficient and effective patient care services. Escort and/or transport patients to examination room and other clinic locations. Organization of work area and clinic, keeping the provider on schedule. Prioritization of tasks. Complies with quality assurance, HIPPA, customer focus, infection control, safety and other policies as set forth. Ensures adequate and appropriate patient follow-up regarding prescriptions, referrals and diagnostic testing. Contributes to patient care through patient and family education, distributing resource literature and community service recommendations and referrals as needed. Coordinates scheduling with medical secretary. Represents the Dent by displaying a respectful and caring manner with patients and their families. Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unable to communicate. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Compensation: Most candidates will start within the first quartile of the pay range Rates are commensurate with experience EEO Statement: DENT Neurologic Institute is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. #J-18808-Ljbffr