Medical Assistant

Description

Roswell Park Care Network is excited to announce an excellent opportunity for a talented Medical Assistant to become part of our dynamic dermatology team in Cheektowaga, NY!

As a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care across community physician practices throughout New York State, the Roswell Park Care Network is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and driving forward innovative treatment options.

We offer an excellent benefit package: 

• Schedule is Monday through Friday 
• Generous Vacation and Sick time
• 11 Holidays
• Medical Insurance via Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
• HRA - employer funded
• Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company paid life insurance, options for LTD, Critical Illness, Accident

As a Medical Assistant you will be responsible for preparing patient charts for upcoming appointments, taking vital signs, performing patient intake as directed, and assisting them during office hours to ensure patients receive prompt, efficient, and courteous care.   

Responsibilities:

• Completes chart prep 24-48 hours prior to patient appointment to ensure chart is complete with notes, pathology report, test results, medications, allergies, etc.
• Timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Assist surgeons in mini OR with minor surgical procedures that require knowledge of sterile procedure and autoclaving instruments
• Maintain confidentiality of all current and former patients/charts as required by clinic policy and governing laws
• Follow proper protocol for securing workstation when walking away
• Document in the EMR using only your assigned login
• Escorts patients to exam room, obtain vitals, updates patient history, reconciles medications, allergies, and any required quality data
• Provides patient with orders, education and medication instructions as directed by Provider
• Cleans and prepares exam rooms for each patient
• Identify and properly label all specimen tubes for testing
• Follows up on Electronic Medical Record documents routed to him/her by the Providers
• Accurately and efficiently respond to tasks received from providers and other office staff
• Must adhere to policies, procedures and regulations as outlined in the office policy and procedures manual
• Interact with fellow workers in a way that promotes a harmonious and cooperative working environment
• Be expected to utilize spare time in work related activities which contribute to the clinic's needs
• May intercept patient phone calls regarding clinical issues
• Stocks exam rooms with medical supplies, as necessary
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

Requirements

  Education/Experience:

• Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant education program OR  
• High School diploma or G.E.D. and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical medical assistant and phlebotomy experience 
• One (1) year of full-time clinical medical assistant and/or phlebotomy work experience strongly preferred 

Certifications/Licenses:

• Medical Assistant Certification required
• BLS Certification is required