Bedford Stuyvesant Family Health Center
Overview
The Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center (BSFHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves the primary health care needs of families in North and Central Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide professional, courteous, high-quality health care with dignity to all we serve, including underserved populations. In addition to operating the Health Centers, we operate School-Based Health Centers to increase access to quality primary and preventive physical and mental health care for pre-school through secondary school students in high-risk areas of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.
Position Summary We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant facilitates the smooth flow of patients to ensure minimum waiting time and provides clinical services and processes patients within the scope of practice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor patient arrival and assist with patient flow and ensure that patients and visitors are greeted promptly and courteously.
Escort patient to exam room, monitor patient wait times, assist patient in preparing for exam, and advise physician when patient is ready. Assist during examination if required or requested.
Obtain and record patients' chief complaints and information data, record histories, vital signs, venipuncture, allergies, specimen collection, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration; document results in the patient’s chart within the scope of practice.
Perform prep and assist as needed with clinical vision and hearing screenings and technical services such as EKG, phlebotomy as assigned.
Prepare medical records and record heights, weights, vital signs.
A ascertain that lab and other reports are on records before each patient’s appointment.
Prepare patients in the rooms for examination by the provider.
Work closely with the provider in the examination of a patient, especially during an obstetrical and gynecological examination.
Provide patient procedures (medications, injections and call-in prescriptions) as prescribed by the provider.
Provide HIV/Antibody counseling in accordance with established protocols and in compliance with state and federal requirements.
Generate follow-up appointments upon patient discharge and print visit summaries at checkout prior to departure from service site.
Provide interpretation services and clerical support necessary for efficient functioning of the office.
Ensure that patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately.
Adhere to universal precautions and OSHA regulations.
Maintain examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
Confirm patient appointments two days prior via E-Messenger and contact patients again one day prior of visit.
Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars and be available for In-Service Education as needed.
Stock examination room with supplies and check supplies from vendors against packing slips as assigned.
Update pertinent patient information including medical insurance coverage and eligibility in the appropriate EMR system.
Retrieve and file medical reports/lab results.
Knowledge of HIPAA rules in maintaining and ensuring patient health information confidentiality.
Education / Experience Required
MA Education
Medical Assistant Certification
Certification as a Medical Assistant (CCMA) preferred
Two (2) years relevant work experience preferred
Other Related Skills / Experience and Requirements
Must be flexible with scheduling and rotating weekends
Maintain HIPAA patient/employee confidentiality
Knowledge of EMR systems; bilingual Spanish ability a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills; professionalism, courteous and respectful attitude with patients, team members, families, and others
Display courtesy, tact, and patience with all members of the team and community
Ensure all patients and visitors receive personalized, prompt attention and are treated with dignity and respect
Provide instructions to the patient upon discharge as directed by the providers
Hourly rate Hourly rate:
Up to $17
Benefits Overview Benefits Overview :
We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including Profit Sharing Plan, Medical, 401(k), and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.
BSFHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Key Skills
EMR Systems
Clinical Laboratory Experience
Athenahealth
Algebra
eClinicalWorks
Primary Care Experience
Phlebotomy
Medical office experience
Vital Signs Experience
Experience Administering Injections
Medical Terminology
Medication Administration
Employment Details
Employment Type: Full Time
Department / Functional Area: Client Services
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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Position Summary We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant facilitates the smooth flow of patients to ensure minimum waiting time and provides clinical services and processes patients within the scope of practice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor patient arrival and assist with patient flow and ensure that patients and visitors are greeted promptly and courteously.
Escort patient to exam room, monitor patient wait times, assist patient in preparing for exam, and advise physician when patient is ready. Assist during examination if required or requested.
Obtain and record patients' chief complaints and information data, record histories, vital signs, venipuncture, allergies, specimen collection, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration; document results in the patient’s chart within the scope of practice.
Perform prep and assist as needed with clinical vision and hearing screenings and technical services such as EKG, phlebotomy as assigned.
Prepare medical records and record heights, weights, vital signs.
A ascertain that lab and other reports are on records before each patient’s appointment.
Prepare patients in the rooms for examination by the provider.
Work closely with the provider in the examination of a patient, especially during an obstetrical and gynecological examination.
Provide patient procedures (medications, injections and call-in prescriptions) as prescribed by the provider.
Provide HIV/Antibody counseling in accordance with established protocols and in compliance with state and federal requirements.
Generate follow-up appointments upon patient discharge and print visit summaries at checkout prior to departure from service site.
Provide interpretation services and clerical support necessary for efficient functioning of the office.
Ensure that patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately.
Adhere to universal precautions and OSHA regulations.
Maintain examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
Confirm patient appointments two days prior via E-Messenger and contact patients again one day prior of visit.
Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars and be available for In-Service Education as needed.
Stock examination room with supplies and check supplies from vendors against packing slips as assigned.
Update pertinent patient information including medical insurance coverage and eligibility in the appropriate EMR system.
Retrieve and file medical reports/lab results.
Knowledge of HIPAA rules in maintaining and ensuring patient health information confidentiality.
Education / Experience Required
MA Education
Medical Assistant Certification
Certification as a Medical Assistant (CCMA) preferred
Two (2) years relevant work experience preferred
Other Related Skills / Experience and Requirements
Must be flexible with scheduling and rotating weekends
Maintain HIPAA patient/employee confidentiality
Knowledge of EMR systems; bilingual Spanish ability a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills; professionalism, courteous and respectful attitude with patients, team members, families, and others
Display courtesy, tact, and patience with all members of the team and community
Ensure all patients and visitors receive personalized, prompt attention and are treated with dignity and respect
Provide instructions to the patient upon discharge as directed by the providers
Hourly rate Hourly rate:
Up to $17
Benefits Overview Benefits Overview :
We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including Profit Sharing Plan, Medical, 401(k), and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.
BSFHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Key Skills
EMR Systems
Clinical Laboratory Experience
Athenahealth
Algebra
eClinicalWorks
Primary Care Experience
Phlebotomy
Medical office experience
Vital Signs Experience
Experience Administering Injections
Medical Terminology
Medication Administration
Employment Details
Employment Type: Full Time
Department / Functional Area: Client Services
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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