Certified Medical Assistant

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 33,709 - 42,678; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the BGMC Emergency Room in Buffalo, NY. The role involves promoting patient flow in clinical and clerical areas and providing patient care under the supervision of a registered professional.

The ideal candidate will have an Associates degree in Medical Office Assisting and certification as a Medical Assistant. This full-time position requires weekend and holiday availability.

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Qualifications

• Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Assisting required.
• Certified Medical Assistant upon hire required.
• 1 year of experience in a Medical Office Setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient flow in clinical and clerical areas.
• Provides care appropriate to the patient's age.
• Adheres to current Kaleida policies and standards.

Skills

Patient flow management

Health counseling

Clerical support

Certification in Medical Assisting

Education

Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Assisting

Certification/Registration through recognized organizations

Job description

Overview

Department: BGMC Emergency Room

Location: Buffalo General Medical Center

Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo

Work Type: Full-Time

Scheduled Work Hours: 0700-1930

Shift 1

Job Description

Promotes patient flow in both the clinical and clerical areas to provide care appropriate to the patient's age. Perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of medical information gathering, health teaching, health counseling and provision of supportive care under the direction of a registered professional nurse or licensed physician, dentist or other licensed health care provider legally authorized under this title and in accordance with NYS Department of Health regulations. Adheres to current Kaleida policies and standards of practice.

Education And Credentials

• Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Assisting required.
• Certified Medical Assistant upon hire required.
• Certification/Registration required through American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, or National Center for Competency Testing.
• Once certified/registered through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA the employees may maintain their certification through the American Registry of Medical Assistants.
• Successful completion of the basic PC Skills assessment required.

Experience

• 1 year of experience in a Medical Office Setting preferred.

Working Conditions

Job Details

• Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 72.00
• FTE: 0.960000
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
• On Call Required: No
• With Rotation
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Union Code: U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC
• Requisition ID#: 16738
• Grade: T6
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Range: $24.47 - $30.98

Compensation Note

• Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.