Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Description Responsible for the daily coordination of the clinical aspects of the medical office while collaborating with the front desk scheduling to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction and care. Job Responsibilities Evaluate lead Medical Assistant for need of placing patients in the examination rooms and document for the physician the medication log , vitals and the main reason for the visit in Cerner EMR Perform screening and measuring procedures according to protocol. This may include, but is not limited to height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, EKG. Record findings in the electronic medical record (EMR) Cerner system. Record pharmacy information for each patient for E-Prescribing. Assist the Lead Medical Assistant with flow of the physician to comply with schedule Draw blood when necessary. Copy patient insurance card to attach to requisition. Maintain room cleanliness. Assist in obtaining radiology reports, assessment reports and or outside physician documentation.. Schedule ancillary services and other procedures as needed. Maintain, scan patient charts into EMR Call in renewal of prescriptions as directed by Physician. Review with physician for any changes needed. Secure all medication/needles to be in locked cabinet Ensure patient results and correspondences are reviewed in a timely manner by the physician and appropriate follow up is performed according to the physician's direction Cover lunch schedules of Medical Assistants Assist in scanning of medical documentation such as EKG, Spirometer, etc. Ensure HIPAA guidelines are followed Necessary cross training to schedule patients for appointments. Front desk intake of patients for registration and exit for appointments Salary Range $20-$24.98 per hour Category Medical Assistant Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Location Long Island Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine - Orthopedics Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Requirements Education and Experience At least three years of prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in a busy physician practice. Knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of both clerical and clinical practices and procedures Candidate should have excellent computer skills and some knowledge of using an electronic medical record and various other computer applications needed to perform the job Skills and competency in performing the EKG’s Requirements Key Competencies Excellent communication skills Compassion and understanding Planning and organizing Work and time management Attention to detail and high level of accuracy Flexibility with the ability to multi-task Information gathering and monitoring Initiative Integrity Teamwork and collaboration Preferred Skills Computer skills, Knowledge of EMR, word, excel Insurance knowledge Ability to multi task Certification in Medical Assistant Certification in Phlebotomy Physical Demands May spend a great deal of their professional day walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies. It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day. Bending or twisting of the body may also be a frequent occurrence. Must be able to sit for long periods of time, and must have manual dexterity to work computer systems and keyboard. Shift Shift -not applicable- #J-18808-Ljbffr