Job Description

Performs patient care under the physician’s / nurse’s direct supervision. Duties include, but are not limited to; preparing patient for physician, administering, obtaining and recording diagnostic laboratory test results.

Assists in coordinating organization of care to meet patient needs including, preparing, organizing and filing reports into the medical record.

Job Responsibility

• Collaborates with members of the health care team in coordinating and implementing plans for patient care; may record reason for visit and related patient information for practitioner review.
• Performs vital signs, height, weight, and screening procedures which may include, but are not limited to, head circumference, audiometry, and vision testing;

documents findings in the medical record.

Collects and assists providers in collection of specimens, as required, using appropriate protocols such as infection control;

completes requisitions, labels and routes specimens according to standard procedure.

• Performs and documents daily controls and calibration of laboratory equipment when needed; informs the supervisor of when inaccurate controls are noted.
• Performs electrocardiograms and phlebotomy in accordance with provider orders; adheres to infection control standards including, but not limited to, hand hygiene, use of PPE, isolation of patient with known infectious disease, and equipment disinfection / sterilization.
• Assists physicians and nurses with special procedures and examinations including, but not limited to lumbar puncture, pelvic exam, etc.

following appropriate protocols such as infection control, universal protocol, and patient identification; secures supplies, ensures patient is properly undressed and draped, provides instruments to physicians, holds patient, as required and assists patient after procedure / examination.

Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of examination rooms; stocks assigned rooms and cupboards and ensures par levels of supplies are maintained;

checks and completes required logs and equipment including refrigerator logs, eyewash logs, sample medications, AED, suction and other required checks.

• May participate in pre-visit chart preparation by ensuring required lab results and documentation are available in the medical record for practitioner review (for practices using paper medical records).
• Performs variety of other clerical functions such as filing of paper medical records, processing insurance forms, preparing financial records, photocopying, answering phones, and assuring efficient flow of patients through the suite, etc.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of a six month to one year course in Medical Assisting at an accredited school, required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.
• Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

When determining a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Salary Range : $26.92 - $30.46

$26.92 - $30.46

As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Under direction and in accordance with established policies and procedures, assists with planning, implementing and evaluating patient care This role is the primary resource for the team of medical assistants, responding to staff inquiries for guidance on policy and procedures This role also assists in the assignment of work distribution to staff and the follow through with completion of these tasks, as well as is responsible for overseeing the smooth function of patient flow.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports and provides assistance in the training and continuing development of staff.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and / or reagents. May order supplies / equipment / reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately.

Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.

• Prepares exam rooms prior to patient visit. Cleans rooms and instruments and re-stocks supplies between patients.
• Answers phones, responds to inquiries and triages calls to appropriate personnel.
• Fulfills patient care responsibilities which may include, taking vital signs, updating patient history, collecting blood, urine and stool specimens and assisting providers / nurses in the exam room.

Inputs patient data into the practice management system.

• Provides recommendations to improve work flow, communication and overall protocols in an effort to better serve the needs of patients and the department.
• May assist with educating patients on specialty-specific procedures and after-care techniques or protocols.
• Greets registered patients at time of visit and triages patients through the patient flow process. Checks schedules and accompanies patients to exam / procedure room.

Assists patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing and preparing for exam.

• Fulfills clerical responsibilities which may include, sending / receiving / scanning medical records, obtaining diagnostic reports, hospital notes & referral information, completing forms / requisitions, managing the charting process & sending specimens to labs.
• Responsible for maintaining a sterile environment. Ensures standard infection control precautions are observed.
• Trains and manages the orientation of new staff.
• Assigns work to staff and ensures completion.
• Monitors and ensures clinical equipment is functioning properly. Escalates issues to supervisor.
• Regularly checks dated materials and medications for expiration date and discards expired items.

Education

High School Diploma

Experience

Approximately 2 years of related experience, preferably in relevant specialty area.

Completion of a medical assistant training course that includes phlebotomy training is highly desired.

Candidates with extensive medical assistant work experience, along with phlebotomy experience, may be considered.

If required to draw blood, proper phlebotomy training is required prior to performing those duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact with multiple constituencies and exercise "people skills".
• Demonstrates ability to exercise standards of professionalism, including appearance, presentation and demeanor.

Licenses and Certifications

Benefits & Compensation

We provide a generous benefits and compensation package designed to support our employees and their families at every stage of life.

Note that all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Highlights include : Health Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible family members.

Time-Off

Generous paid sick, vacation, and personal time.

Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan

Weill Cornell Medicine contributes to a dedicated account for your retirement.

Voluntary Employee Retirement Plan

Save your own money for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth (post-tax) basis, and select from a range of investment options.

Life Insurance

An employer-sponsored plan for you, and access to additional voluntary coverage for you and your eligible dependents.

Short & Long-Term Disability

Income protection to support you in the event of an illness or injury.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts help you save tax-free to pay for eligible expenses throughout the year.

Tuition Reimbursement

Tax-free reimbursement for work-related courses, degree programs, and certificate programs, up to a certain amount every academic year.

Child Care with Bright Horizons®

Access to an employer-sponsored child care center near our main campus, as well as subsidized back-up care services when you need to be at work and your regular arrangements for dependent care are temporarily unavailable.

Children's Tuition Scholarship Plan

We help pay for undergraduate college tuition for each of your children, up to a certain amount every academic year.

Employee Discounts

Special discounts from a range of travel, retail, entertainment, and fitness companies.

Family Leave

Paid leave and job protection while you bond with a child, care for a family member with a serious health condition, or assist loved ones when a family member is called to active military service.

Responsibilities :

Direct patient care and support

• Perform nursing tasks under the direction of the registered nurse or authorized health care providers
• Interview patients and records medical history, take vital signs, and prepare patients for medical visits
• Conduct health / risk screening using standardized tools
• Collect laboratory specimens as ordered
• Assist providers in procedures using sterile or aseptic techniques
• Promote patient self-management by providing patient education, appointment reminders and support in collaboration with the care team
• Facilitate communication for patients and health care providers by providing translation or interpretation as needed
• Complete accurate EMR documentation of patient information and services provided
• Effective teamwork, communication and collaboration as part of practice-wide care team
• Demonstrate curiosity and understanding of patient registration, administrative workflows and prior authorization processes
• Collaborate with the care team to conduct pre-visit planning and post-visit follow-up
• Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) projects and other related activities
• Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; and participating in team problem-solving
• Adapt to changes in practice operations, workflows and patient needs as they emerge
• Perform other duties as assigned

Medical Assistant

Staten Island, NY

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists (NYCBS), a prominent and respected Oncology / Hematology group, is seeking Medical Assistants to join a well-established and growing pure sub-specialty practice with academic affiliation.

Practice manages a freestanding outpatient Cancer Center with extensive chemotherapy administration, Radiation Oncology, Pharmacy and Research department.

In this role you will :

• Measure and record patients' vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations
• Sterilize medical equipment and instruments
• Provide assistance to physicians during examinations
• Collect and process lab specimens
• Perform venipuncture & Point of care testing
• Administer EKGs

We require :

• Medical Assistant Certificate and a High School Diploma at least 1 year of experience
• Bilingual, English / Spanish speaking preferred
• Proficiency in Word / Excel

Hours : Monday Friday and alternating Saturdays

Salary up to $28 per hour.

Benefits including Tuition Reimbursement, Health Insurance on day 1 of employment, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO time, 8 paid holidays (2 floating) and more.

For immediate consideration, click to apply or send to fax below :

Robert Nicoletti - Chief Human Resources Officer

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

1 Research Rd

Human Resources Department

Ridge, NY 11961

Fax - (631) 675 5066

Check our website at : nycancer.com and follow us on Facebook.

NYCBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Tribeca Pediatrics Medical Assistants provide direct patient care to children in a clinical setting. They communicate with the pediatricians to provide a high level of service and care.

Medical assistants are responsible for administering labs and screenings. They also maintain the medical inventory and supplies of the office and ensure a clean, functional and professional work environment.

Customer service and a love for children is a must.

Culture

Tribeca Pediatrics was founded by Dr. Michel Cohen, in 1994, and has grown into New York City's largest and most respected primary care pediatric practice.

Our incredible team of pediatricians, nurse practitioners, and medical support staff practices a unique philosophy that embraces low intervention, thoughtful medicine while delivering the highest quality of service and care.

Responsibilities

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient intake, measure vital signs and record patient's chief complaint in the electronic medical record system
• Maintain a friendly, supportive and professional demeanor with patients and colleagues
• Administer, prepare, and send out Laboratory specimens and vaccines
• Perform in-office lab tests (i.e. strep testing, HGB, Lead, etc.)
• Perform routine screening tests and surveys such vision screening and hearing tests
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain office logs, vaccine and supply inventories
• Adhere to practice policies around HIPAA compliance and staff and patient safety
• Complete charts and tasks accurately and in a timely manner
• Potential assignment as a trainer after 90 day review. Training bonus offered.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in the medical field preferred
• Pre Med & CMA New Grads Welcome
• Warm and friendly customer service skills
• Time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Open availability

SALARY

Starting rate -$18.00 / hr

Supporting your career development :

• Join a medical community of over 300 passionate providers & support team members
• Gain exposure in the medical and customer service field
• Potential assignment as a trainer after 90 day review. Training bonus offered.

Benefits to support your health & wellness :

• After 90 days of employment, participate in competitive medical, dental and vision insurance plans paid for by Tribeca Pediatrics or receive an additional benefit stipend of $600.00 per year
• 401(k) Plan with 3% Safe harbor contribution from employer each year (employees who are eligible will receive an immediately vested contribution each year even if they do not contribute themselves to their 401K plan)
• Accrue up to 16 days of PTO / year with the ability to roll over unused days
• Fully paid Gym Membership to select gyms in NYC and NJ
• Employee Assistance Program - Free confidential advice for team members who need help with stress, anxiety, financial planning, and legal issues
• Pre Tax Commuter & Parking Benefit
• Additional medical coverage buy up available through Aflac
• Exclusive access to preferred pricing for Pet Insurance

ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS

Clinical Office Environment

Requirements

Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Available to work at least 4-5 days per week between 8am-8pm

If hired, available for full training period with no pre-planned vacations (90 days)

Medical Assistant Certification or previous experience in the medical field?

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tribeca Healthcare Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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