Finger Lakes Health·Town of Seneca Falls, New York
The Medical Assistant will provide direct patient care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, assisting with medical emergencies and performing various nursing services under physician supervision. This role also involves managing patient flow in coordination with clerical and nursing staff, and assisting with in-office procedures and arranging external diagnostic tests.
The Medical Assistant provides care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and assists with medical emergencies and medical care under the supervision of the Physician.
Obtains vital signs, blood specimens, EKG's, vision tests, pulmonary function test, drug testing, rapid strep, rapid pregnancy testing, dressing changes, and other nursing services as required by the practice.
Obtains relevant medical information and records in EMR.
Assists with in-office surgical procedures and exams and arranges for community care and diagnostic tests as needed.
The Medical Assistant maintains the flow of patients through the practice in concert with the clerical and other nursing staff. na
Prior experience in a physician office or other medical setting, or completion of accredited school for Medical Assistants
Must demonstrate assessment skills for both adults and children.
Working knowledge of emergency intervention and available resources.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
Computer literacy.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic medical record.
Candidates must have a High School Degree or equivalent, and a minimum requirement is BLS certification. Preferred qualifications include graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant school and relevant prior experience in a medical setting, demonstrating assessment skills for all age groups.
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