What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT position at Employee Benefits Fund?
Work as part of a health team that consists of a diversity of clinical professionals to deliver exceptional health care services. We are currently recruiting Medical Assistants for either or Harlem or Queens Health Centers
Duties and responsibilities:
- Reviews patient schedule and makes sure the medical record is available.
- Prepares examination room prior to the patient arriving.
- Reviews the medical record for completeness, i.e., check for copies of ordered lab/test results if not on file, locates; inserts blank visit forms; lab slips; and other required visit forms.
- Takes patient’s vital signs prior to being seen by physician.
- Explains EKG/Holter monitor tests to patients when necessary.
- Performs EKG’s and makes sure the test is reviewed, signed off by the physician and filed in the medical record.
- Performs routine tests as directed by physician.
- Answers phones, copies, files and faxes.
- Answer routine patient questions.
- Sterilize instruments as needed.
- Makes referrals for tests in/out of the center as directed by the physician/nurse.
- Communicates with transportation companies to pick up patients.
- Escorts patients in the center.
- Updates medical record when necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school graduate preferred.
- Prior experience in a physician’s office or health care setting.
- Prior relevant formal training
- Medical Assistant Certificate
- BLS Certificate
We offer a competitive salary including, but not limited to, the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision health benefits at no cost to all benefits-eligible employees and their eligible dependents
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick days, and 12 paid Holidays)
- 401(k) Plan
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Member’s Health Assistance Program
- Pre-Paid Legal Services
- Wellness Benefits
Salary : $51,000 - $60,000
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