Medical Assistant

$20 - $24.98 per hour

Stony-Brook-Community-Medical,-P

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General Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of duties that may be both clinical and administrative tasks. This includes assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Expected to provide information to patients so that they benefit from the clinical services.

Essential Functions

Check schedules, organize patient flow, room patients.
Collect patient history including medications and reason for visit, chart in EMR, relay information
Check vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature), measure height and weight, take EKGs
Set up equipment, maintain cleanliness of exam rooms, order supplies, keep exam rooms stocked
Assist with minor procedures, handle specimens, do CLIA waived tests
Send and receive medical records, obtain Lab & Test Results
Ensure patient results are reviewed by physician in a timely manner, provide appropriate followup as directed
Follow HIPAA guidelines
Other duties as necessary
$20-$24.98 per hour

Position Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Medical Assistant Diploma from accredited institution or community college
Appropriate Certifications in Medical Assisting, EKGs and Phlebotomy
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Computer skills including knowledge of EMRs

Experience

Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility or provider's office
And/or documented evidence of externship in a medical office
EKGs, vital signs, venipuncture experience

Physical Demands

Medical Assistants 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.

Shift -not applicable-