Medical Office Assistant - Gastroenterology

Overview

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 and constant use and understanding of EPIC/EMR, clear concise documentation within 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:

Monday - Friday daytime hours

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.

G3: $16.00 - $25.88

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

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