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Medical AssistantThe medical assistant performs a mixture of both clerical administrative medical assisting, as well as clinical medical office assisting in Primary and/or Specialty care settings. The Certified Medical Assistant works in collaboration with licensed physicians and mid-level providers (NP/PA's), and reports to a Physician Practice Manager.Responsibilities:Receives patients and their families and directs them to the appropriate place.Answers telephones promptly and politely.Schedules appointmentsFiles pertinent information within patient's recordsObtains insurance prior authorizationsInputs charges on patient accountsVerifies patient insurance upon registrationBillingObtains & documents vital signs on patientsActs as a chaperone for the provider when neededObtains & document patient weightsAssist physician with minor procedures such as suture removalPreferred Qualifications:High school graduate or equivalent6 months of clinical experience as a nursing assistant or related fieldAbility to file and retrieve patient records.Ability to obtain & document patient vitals, weights, etcInterpersonal skills to interact with patients, families and providersUnion: CSEA (MH)Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligibleEducation:Licenses / Certifications:Physical Requirements:M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.Pay Range:$19.08 - $27.99The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Worksite address
massena, NY, 13662, US
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