About the role
Job Summary:
The Medical Office Assistant functions as a clinical liaison between the patient and the provider.
Position performs clinical patient care and clerical support activities.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare exam rooms for patients before, during and after examinations or procedures
- Taking and recording vital signs, such as heights, weight, and blood pressure, review medication lists, family and medical/surgical history, and obtain medication authorization
- Works within Upstate's EPIC EMR to dictate information to patients & document in their chart
- Excellent communication and customer service skills and knowledge of medical terminology for efficient work
- Proficient constant use and understanding of EPIC/EMR, clear concise documentation within of ALL patient interactions and provider directives
- Practices highest level of infection control - keeping exam rooms clean and organized, fully stocked and sanitized in between every patient
- The Medical Assistant exemplifies the Upstate mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Upstate policies and procedures.
- Participates in Quality Control testing for glucometer, refrigerator temperatures, and eye wash station checks.
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of an approved Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program or one year experience directly related to the medical field; Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Work Days:
Monday - Friday daytime hours
Message to Applicants:
Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
**All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
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