Medical Assistant - Urology

City/State: Nyack, New York Department: Highland Multi Specialty Clinic Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: Day Scheduled Daily Hours: 8.5 HOURS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hourly Rate/Range: N/a For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

Assist physicians and physician assistant(s) with the care of patients in the medical office; preparing for their visit through pre‑visit planning, rooming the patients, reconciling medications with the patients within the EMR system, performing office clerical duties and Medical Assistant duties such as vital signs and Ekgs.

Essential Functions

Prepare examination rooms and patient charts. Escort patients to rooms; prepare patients for examinations. Accurately record height, weight and blood pressure from the patient visit; chart or enter in electronic health record and graph findings. Ask patient or guardian about reason for visit and document. Prepare charts for upcoming patient visits with proper paperwork necessary for the visit. Perform vision and hearing screenings as requested by Physician or provider. Assist physicians and physician extender(s) as needed with sick visits, preventive care visits, and paperwork preparation, as needed. Clean and restock rooms and equipment as needed on a daily basis by end of day. Assist with securing referrals and making specialist or test appointments. Relay messages to patients as may be required by physicians or physician extender(s). Assist the front desk staff as necessary with answering phones and filing. Perform phlebotomy by venipuncture or finger stick. Prepare for urine culture and analysis. Prepare for and run strep tests and all other laboratory tests. Assist physicians, physician extender(s) and nurses with procedures. Prepare instruments for autoclave. Assist with bringing charts to and from the front desk if applicable. Prepare new patient charts. File patient visit documents and notes. Support the front desk with Receptionist responsibilities. Document within the electronic health record (EHR) accurately and thoroughly, when available.

Demonstrates adherence to Highland Medical, P.C. Standards

A. Organizational Working Together Demonstrates the ability to work together with employees Demonstrates courtesy and respect in all customer interactions Demonstrates a positive spirit of service Empowerment Demonstrates use of self-directed communication and decision‑making Demonstrates effective problem‑solving skills Demonstrates accountability for own words and actions at all times Demonstrates ability to complete work responsibilities/projects in a thorough and timely manner Communication Demonstrates positive communication in all interactions Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy in all interactions Appearance Demonstrates personal pride in appearance Demonstrates compliance with dress code Demonstrates assistance in maintaining a clean, clutter‑free environment Responsiveness Demonstrates ability to provide timely feedback/communication to patient, visitor, or co‑worker Demonstrates effective problem‑solving to point of resolution for customer Excellence in Service Demonstrates ability and desire to exceed customer (internal or external) expectations within job requirements Demonstrates positive outcomes in all aspects of job requirements

Qualifications

• High School Required
• Certificate Preferred or Certificate Preferred
• 1-3 years Work experience in a hospital setting or medical office.
• Preferred Phlebotomy (Medium proficiency)
• Medical Records System (Medium proficiency)
• Taking Vitals (High proficiency)
• Medical Assistant Preferred

Highland Medical, P.C. is an equal employment opportunity employer. Highland Medical, P.C. 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.

If you’re a skilled healthcare professional who values teamwork and excellence in patient care, then Highland Medical could be your perfect match. As part of the Highland Medical, we offer the quality of a premier academic medical center and the caring of a community hospital. We’re committed to the health and well‑being of Rockland County’s residents and our team members, and offer flexible opportunities for per diem, part‑time and full‑time employment.

Team members benefit from:

• Robust compensation package, including competitive pay, medical benefits, tuition reimbursement and more
• Outstanding professional staff
• The clinical excellence of the Montefiore Health System

Opportunities for growth through training and continuing education

Equal Opportunity Employment

Zero tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment and abuse

Fair employment practices, including equal treatment in hiring, promotion and compensation

WE CARE code of conduct for all team members

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