Medical Assistant II

Job Title:MEDICAL ASSISTANT II

Duties:

Demonstrates the ability to perform clinical/technical/service/administrative tasks: - Assures that the delivery of patient care is consistent with the philosophy of Beth Israel Medical Group - Performs EKGs as ordered by the physician - Performs lab testing as ordered by the physician - Performs PFT as ordered by the physician - Performs audiometry as ordered by the physician - Admits patient to the exam room and takes vital signs, medical history, medication history and allergy history. Height and weight as indicated - Performs quality controls - Adheres to laboratory procedures as required by CLIA regulations - Ensures that the patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately - Documents appropriately any treatment - Documents any telephone contact with the patient - Documents in the lab accession log and outside medical testing log as per established procedure - Documents completed daily checks, i.e.: oxygen, emergency box, etc. as assigned - Adheres to universal precautions and OSHA Regulations - Maintains examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion - Stocks examination room with supplies - Checks supplies from vendors against packing slips as assigned - Puts supplies away as assigned - Maintains professionalism at all times - Ensures that patients and visitors are greeted promptly and courteously - Registers and transacts patients promptly and accurately using current computer system - Updates pertinent patient information, including medical insurance coverage and eligibility Ensures that all patients’ names appear on daily ledger sheets - Schedules patient appointments - Retrieves and files medical reports/lab results - Maintains the patient waiting room and front desk area - Processes HMO referrals as requested by Physician, Practice Management, and patients -Communicates to Physician all patient emergencies - Answers telephones with name and Beth Israel Medical Group office location - Takes messages to ensure follow-up on all calls - Files and maintains file units - Balances ledger sheets and accounts for all monies received - Has accountability for all aspects of the cash box and the contents within. Notifies Office Administrator or Reimbursement/Front Office Coordinator when change is needed
Communication/Relationships - Demonstrates a professional, courteous and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, staff, families and significant others. - Displays courtesy, tact and patience with all members of the hospital staff and extended community - Ensures that all patients and visitors receive personalized prompt attention and are treated with receptiveness, dignity and respect - Provides instructions to the patient upon discharge as per instructed by the physicians and signs the superbill as per discharge procedure - Notifies patients of test results via telephone following review and instruction by the physician. Documents sam

Skills:

EXPERIENCES AND/OR SKILLS REQUIRED or DESIRED
Certification as a Medical Assistant or two (2) years relevant work experience preferred. Excellent phone manners, flexibility, knowledge of computer data entry and excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to handle diversified responsibility in fast-paced environment.

Education:

EDUCATION REQUIRED
High school diploma or general education diploma (GED).
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
High School Diploma/GED.
BLS certification.
Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or two years of experience working as a medical assistant

Languages:English Read Write SpeakAttachments: Skills and Experience
Skills:Required

• PATIENT CARE
• FRONT DESK
• MEDICAL INSURANCE
• LABORATORY
• ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS

Additional

• PACKING
• TELEPHONES
• OSHA
• CLIA

Languages:English( Speak, Read, Write )Minimum Degree Required:Completed High School (Diploma or GED)

Hours Per Week:37.50

Hours Per Day:7.50

Days Per Week:5.00

Schedule Notes:**Monday - Friday varies 8am-4pm or 12p-8pm

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $20.44 - $24.62 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Expected Hourly Pay :
• Email Id to help you with full job details :

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• CMA: 2 years (Required)
• Medical Assistant: 2 years (Required)
• Hospital: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
• BLS - AHA (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10016 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25