Medical Assistant - General Surgery

Join Crouse Medical Practice At Crouse Medical Practice, our focus is on improving the lives of our patients. This focus is what drives us to recruit the best employees to support our patients. Our practice fosters an inclusive environment that prioritizes work-life balance, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to join our close-knit work family. Come join our work family!! Heres what we offer: Monday-Friday work week with no mandatory overtime Supportive team environment Competitive starting rates based on experience Annual salary increases Opportunities for professional growth # stability within a fast growing Medical Practice Longevity and consistency of management Perfect attendance award Tuition reimbursement program Employee referral program Affiliation with Crouse Hospital Other benefits include: Generous Health/Dental/Vision # Life insurance, Flexible spending account or Health savings account # available first of the month following your date of hire, Employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time-off within first year of employment, 7 paid holidays annually, and a 401k with 4% employer match Position Description Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager the Medical Assistant provides efficient, compassionate patient care, ensuring the timely rooming of patients, EMR documentation, message processing and documentation as needed. Works with providers, managers and staff to promote quality and cost-effective daily operations. Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relationships with patients, their families, the public and coworkers. This position works collaboratively with all other staff to assist the patient and facilitate successful interaction with the practice team. The position reflects and carries forward the mission and goals of the practice both internally and throughout the community. Requirements Education/Certification/Licensure Current Medical Assistant Certification or completion of a Medical Assistant Program. Current Basic Life Support Certification. Experience/Skills/Proficiencies: Demonstrates ability to perform EKGS and obtain accurate vital signs both manually and with a vital sign monitor. Demonstrates experience in a physician office and computer use. Demonstrated competence interpersonal and intra professional relations. Demonstrated commitment to collaboration with physicians to individualize and enhance patient care. Demonstrated competence in acute care patient management/organization. Pay Range: $19.00 - $26.45