Medical Assistant (FGP) - Palm Beach County, Pulmonology

Medical Assistant (FGP) - Palm Beach County, Pulmonology

Position Summary : We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Faculty Group Practice Medical Assistant. The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting physicians and / or Advanced Care Practitioners and nurses in providing patient care. This role is responsible for validating patient identifiers, preparing patients and rooms for examination, measuring and recording vital signs, drawing blood, and collecting other lab samples. The Medical Assistant is also responsible for administrative tasks, such as, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and performing data entry.

Job Responsibilities :

• Escorts patients to exam rooms
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms
• Measures and records patient vital signs
• Obtains and processes blood samples as per NYULH policy
• Supports quality initiatives by following FGP guidelines for collecting and documenting information in the EMR
• Promotes a positive patient experience
• Communicates effectively with providers and administrative staff, escalate issues
• Answers phone calls
• Reviews and respond to inbasket messages
• Follows up on Rx refill requests
• Assists physician with patient intake & transcribing visit into EPIC
• Performs other duties as needed

Clinical & Administrative Responsibilities :

Patient Experience and Access :

Minimum Qualifications :

To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or the equivalent. Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited institution OR upon hire hold a current medical assistant Certification from a Nationally Recognized accredited institution (such as American Association of Medical Assistant(AAMA); American Medical Technologies (AMT); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); National Healthcare Association (NHA)). Competencies : Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities; other language an asset; demonstrated ability in computer skills. Ability to complete multiple tasks efficiently and thrive in a team work environment which pursues a positive patient care experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

MA experience preferred. EKG, phlebotomy and venipuncture experience preferred.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.