Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)

Job description

Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)

nSyracuse, NY ( • Health Services

nJob Type

nFull-time

nDescription

nPatient Care AssistantSyracuse, NY

nPlanned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY) protects and provides health care and education that empowers individuals and families. With respect. Without judgment.No matter what.

nIn support of Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY)’s mission, thePatient Care Assistantwill work with the health center staff in providing education and counseling for patients and support services in all health center functions to ensure patients receive professional services in a timely manner.

nEssential Functions

nPatient In-Take Process

nnnIndependently handles the intake process by determining the reason for visit and assisting the patient with the completion of forms, releases, etc.

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nnClearly and accurately records data in the Electronic Health Record including vital signs and medical/family/social history

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nnPerforms routine tests, including but not limited to: urine pregnancy tests, HIV tests, blood draws, urine specimen collection and urine dips, as ordered by the provider

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nnAssists the Clinician, as requested, in the exam room by providing patient support, basic education about reproductive health care, birth control, STI’s, etc.

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nnHandles all other support functions required for an organized, smooth running health center

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nnSupports other members of the health center team by attending and participating in staff meetings; may assist with training of new staff or attending training workshops as required

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nnResponsible for opening and closing exam rooms according to written procedures

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nnWorks on other projects as assigned by the Health Center Manager, Nurse or Director of Health Center Operations

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nnParticipates in the annual update of all reference materials used in the health center to ensure accuracy and consistency in accordance with PPFA Medical Standards and Guidelines

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nnParticipates in programs to ensure that cross training occurs leading to support of all health center programs/services

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nnAccepts individual and joint responsibility for, participates in, and works to achieve productivity, customer service, and capacity goals as set by PPCWNY

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n nPatient Services Support

nnnPrepares specimens for lab pick-up

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nnAssists in preparation, set-up, breakdown, cleaning and storage of all patient service rooms, supplies, equipment, and documentation on a daily basis

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nnAssists in surgical abortion service areas such as products of conception, recovery room, procedure room support, etc.

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nnProvides comfort measures, counseling, birth control/STI information, and follow-up appointment scheduling as needed

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nnProvides information on reproductive health issues and when needed, assists with patient referrals, phone calls, reports, and follow-up as directed within the protocol guidelines of PPCWNY

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nnPerforms POC duties per policy and procedure

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nnExpected to travel to other sites as needed

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nnParticipates in affiliate initiatives

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n nOther Accountability Activities

nnnFax/scan charts and paperwork as directed

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nnCopy, locate charts, mail and complete appropriate forms

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nnOther clerical duties as assigned

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nnConduct monthly inventory and ordering of supplies as required

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nnShows respect to all internal and external customers for differences in backgrounds, lifestyles, viewpoints and needs.

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n nRequirements

nQualifications

nApplicants must possess the following qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience):

nEducation

nnHigh School Diploma or GED preferred

n nCertificates, Licenses, Registrations

nnMedical Assistant certification desired

n nExperience

nn1-2 years of experience in healthcare setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience

n nKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities

nnnMust have excellent communication skills (verbal and written), be able to work a flexible schedule, and travel to multiple sites, as needed

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nnMust have reliable transportation

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nnAbility to work effectively and cooperatively with staff; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; able to juggle multiple priorities a must

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nnComputer skills basic Microsoft office, email and use of Electronic Health Records strongly preferred

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nnPlanned Parenthood seeks candidates who have experience delivering care and services to a racially and ethnically diverse service populations

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nnA commitment to PPCWNY’s mission, vision and values along with a commitment to providing services to a wide range of clients and to the goals of PPCWNY is essential

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n nWorking Conditions

nnnStandard health center and office environment

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nnWell-lit/ventilated

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n nPhysical Requirements

nnnAbility to lift 25 pounds with or without an accommodation

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nnPossess sufficient mobility to perform the Essential Functions listed in this Job Description with or without an accommodation

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nnMay experience visual fatigue working at computer with potential extended periods of sitting

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nnAbility to travel to all agency locations as assigned

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n nWork Schedule

nThis is a full-time, 40 hour a week, position; regular schedule will be Monday – Friday with occasional evenings and weekends.

nBenefits & Compensation

nAt PPCWNY, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency. In alignment with these efforts, the pay for this position ranges from $19.18 to $22.30/hour. Actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive compensation, PPCWNY offers an extensive benefits package with generous Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, affordable medical, dental, and vision options, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) with match, and much more!

nPlanned Parenthood of Central and Western New York is an equal opportunity employer.

nSalary Description

n$19.18 to $22.30/hour

Worksite address

syracuse, NY, 13235, US

Who can apply

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