Medical Office Assistant Job at Catholic Health in Massapequa

8 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Overview Catholic Health Physicians Practices strives to deliver clinically excellent medical care to our patients. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant who will provide the highest quality of patient care by becoming an integral part of the clinical team. Job Details Duties/Responsibilities Prepares exam rooms for use following protocol including disinfecting, stocking all rooms, and checking vaccinations and medications availability for the day. Preps the patient chart with pre-visit planning by reviewing the next working day’s schedule and identifying gaps in care. Ensures and/or obtains the last mammogram, breast ultrasound, colonoscopy, immunizations, and any clinical studies or consults required for that office visit. Escorts patients to exam rooms. Directs patient flow for maximum efficiency. Collects and documents patient information, clinical data, and other relevant information such as vital signs, height/weight, allergies, active medication list, chief complaint, pain screen, and current symptoms. Obtains additional data from patient/significant other, EKG/lab/diagnostic test results, and other historical data. Reports findings to provider, recognizing abnormal findings or changes in condition. Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks. Collects, prepares, and processes laboratory specimens for on-site and remote-site testing. Tracks and enters results in medical record. Performs quality control for waived testing and log maintenance. Performs, prepares for, and assists with in-office procedures such as EKG, holter monitor, and other ancillary testing. Assists with front office duties: greeting patients, answering phones, and verifying insurances. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Completion of a NYS accredited Medical Assistant Program required. Current Medical Assistant certification (National Healthcareer Association, American Medical Technologist, American Association of Medical Assistants, or National Centers for Competency Testing) preferred. BCLS training and current certification required from: American Heart Association - in person classes only. Virtual classes are not accepted. Proficiency with care tasks such as phlebotomy, aseptic technique, etc. Salary Range USD $22.87 - USD $29.13 /Hr. This range is a good faith estimate. Actual pay will depend on qualifications, skills, experience, and location. The listed salary does not include bonuses, incentives, or benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. We offer generous benefits, tuition assistance, a pension plan, and a culture supporting professional growth. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Catholic Health by 2x. Get notified about new Medical Office Assistant jobs in Massapequa, NY . #J-18808-Ljbffr