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Title:Â Medical Assistant Position Type:Â Long-term, temporary Location:Â New York, NY 10036 Hours:Â TBD Salary:Â $22 per hour
The Medical Assistant is a member of the medical care team and is responsible for assisting nursing and medical provider/staff with a prescribed set of duties in the provision of patient care. This position also performs clerical duties, acts as receptionist and communicates with all disciplines.Â
Coordinates reception/front office operations duties – Greet and register all patients as they arrive, perform insurance verification/preparation, schedule appointments, answer calls, take messages and other similar clerical tasks.
Maintains standard precautions in the provision of direct patient care; obtain vital signs before visits- including height, weight, vision screening, glucose tests, peak flow measures, etc.
Assist in procedures that are appropriate relative to the Company’s policy and/or general clinical operating standards as requested – EKG, etc.
Verbalizes knowledge of and adherence to OSHA standards for blood- borne pathogens; Utilizes appropriate technique in performing venipuncture to obtain blood specimens in accordance with agency procedure.
Responsible for all Lab functions – clinic liaison for lab issues, performs phlebotomy, replenishes lab supplies, etc.
Responsible for performing and documenting CLIA controls as indicated, specimen refrigerator and lab room temperatures daily.
Assists the Nurse Care Coordinator with monitoring emergency supplies – O2 tanks, Defib pads/battery, and emergency medication boxes - and promptly reports malfunction, missing or damaged equipment to the NCC.
Ensure and maintain an adequate inventory of all necessary supplies, including medical equipment, forms and other inventory that might be appropriate or required by the physician.
Completes or assists in the completion of various patient forms such as insurance claims, disability forms, medication approvals, etc.
Coordinates discharge process - schedules, all f/u appointments, referrals, radiology, transportation, prior approvals, etc.
Ensures faxed documents are processed and distributed/assigned to appropriate provider.
Confirms next day appointments for medical and mental health; follows up on missed appointments with call/letters per agency policy and documents results in EMR.
Refers clients with insurance issues to insurance specialists; communicates with Nursing Administration for visit approval as needed.
Other duties as directed by supervisor.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited EKG/Phlebotomy training program. Must possess a Certification in Medical Assistant.
Experience in ambulatory care setting and some knowledge of medical terminology required.
Clerical and basic computer skills required.
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs and able to stand for long periods of time.
Fluency in written and spoken English
Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.
Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.
Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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