Medical Assistants and Medical Receptionists-

Positions available in: Stony Brook, East Setauket, Commack, Centereach, Center Moriches, Islip, Bohemia, Southampton, Melville

We have an immediate need for medical assistants and medical receptionists to work at practices affiliated with a very prestigious medical center.

Multiple specialties available – Internal Medicine, GI, Pediatrics, Surgery, OBGYN, Family Medicine.

Full-Time- Monday through Friday
Temp to Hire
$19-$23/hr Pay Rate Commensurate with Experience

MEDICAL ASSISTANT SUMMARY:
Must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program, must have computer and/or EMR experience, High school diploma/GED. Covid Vaccination Required.
This position requires the medical assistant to provide support to physicians and other clinical staff. The Medical Assistant performs routine clinical and clerical work.

Job Responsibilities:

· Place patients in the examination rooms and document using the electronic medical record, medications, vitals, and main reason for the visit.

· Perform screening and measuring procedures, which include but is not limited to, height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature.

· Assist with setting up and preparing the patient and equipment for exams and special procedures as needed.

· Collect blood or other laboratory specimens as requested by physician.

· Perform routine laboratory tests.

· Enter proposed orders into Electrical Medical Record for licensed independent provider review and approval.

· Obtain previous test results from outside labs, radiology, physicians'' offices, etc.

· Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians'' instructions to the patient in a clear and effective manner.

· Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies according to regulations.

· Maintain an adequate supply of medical inventory in each exam room.

· Ensure the cleanliness of each exam room.

· Prepare rooms after each patient and for specific procedures as needed.

· Order supplies as needed.

· Ensure HIPAA and OSHA guidelines are always followed.

· Perform administrative duties when needed answering phones, scheduling appointments, etc.

· Create and update telephone encounters when reporting and responding to patients'' medical concerns and requests forward to appropriate staff and medical providers. Adheres to protocol for patient flow (1. Reception, 2. Registration, 3. Triage, 4. Labs, 5. Escort to Provider).

· Adheres to Visit Completion Protocol (1. Receive encounter and referral forms, 2. Schedule next appointments, 3. Schedule outside referrals at appointed time, 4. Update visit log).

· Perform all other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:

· High school diploma/GED. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

· Must have knowledge of medical terminology.

· Must have exceptional customer service and telephone etiquette.

· Must have ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.

· Must have computer and/or EMR experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with patients, office staff and medical providers. The employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. This position is active and requires the employee to constantly move about in the office to assist patients, staff, and medical providers.

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST
will assist the department with coordination of the daily operations of the front desk, and other duties to ensure efficient workflow and patient care.

Job Duties & Essential Functions:

· Perform all necessary receptionist duties including answering, screening, and routing of phone calls.

· Take appropriate messages and ensure the proper delivery of those messages.

· Be polite and courteous at all times.

· Assess telephone calls, including determining urgency of calls and referring urgent medical queries to physician or nurse immediately. Maintain clean and organized reception area.

· Utilize Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and/or other systems for check-in/check-out processes including verifying patient demographics, insurance information, obtaining patient signatures on applicable patient forms, and have the patient complete any paperwork associated with the visit.

· Enter/scan patient data into the EMR.

· Collect any necessary payments and process accordingly.

· Facilitate patient flow by notifying the provider of patients'' arrival, delays or backlogs and communicate with other staff and/or patients as necessary.

· Schedule patient appointments and remind the patients of any necessary documentation that may be required for their appointment.

· Schedule any services or procedures as needed.

· Obtain/retrieve referrals/authorizations/eligibility verification that may be required.

· Telephone patients if there is a change in the physician''s schedule and/or if the patient''s appointment needs to be rescheduled.

· Keep office supplies adequately stocked by anticipating inventory needs and placing orders or advising office manager of items needed.

· Ensure HIPAA guidelines are followed at all times.

· Provide additional coverage for night hours and weekend, as needed.

· Updating and maintaining integrity of client information.

· Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Required Education & Qualifications: High School diploma/GED. Graduate of an accredited Medical Office Administration program in lieu of at least 6 months of prior experience working as a Medical Receptionist in a high-volume physician practice is preferred.

· Minimum of 1 years of clerical experience is required in lieu of program requirements.

· Must have the ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.

· Must have general knowledge of clerical practices and clinical procedures.

· Must have basic computer skills, including emailing and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Must have excellent organization skills. Must have superior written and expressive communication skills. Must have ability to work as an efficient team member.

Preferred Qualifications: Proficient in using an EMR and a practice management system.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with patients, staff and medical providers. The employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. This position is active and may require the employee to constantly move about in the office to assist patients, staff and medical providers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Dermatology
• Gastroenterology
• Internal Medicine
• Ob/Gyn
• Orthopedics
• Pediatrics
• Primary Care
• Surgery

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office
• Outpatient

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID VACCINATION REQUIRED

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stony Brook, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Covid-19 Vaccination Required

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medical Assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical receptionist: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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