Medical Assistant

St. Peter's Health Partners; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 71,893,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners in Albany, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time, day-shift position. You will support nurses and physicians, perform vital signs, document health information in the EMR, and help with referrals and specimen handling.

The role requires MA training, CMA/CCMA/RMA certification, and strong confidentiality. You will work in a clinic setting with a focus on quality patient care and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalency, healthcare exposure, and the ability to obtain/analyze patient data.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program with CMA/CCMA/RMA certification is preferred.
• Experience using an electronic health record system and knowledge of basic anatomy/medical terminology is required.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and document vital signs in the EMR.
• Respond to patient concerns in a professional manner.
• Process referrals and obtain pre-authorizations for diagnostic tests.

Skills

Vital signs

EHR experience

Medical terminology

Clinical support

Confidentiality

Patient data collection

Communication with providers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Medical Assistant Training Program graduate

National Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/CCMA/RMA)

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Medical Assistant - Albany, NY

If you are looking for a Medical Assistant position in Rensselaer, Full Time, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. This position is located at 5 Palisades Drive, Albany.

Position Highlights

• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Work/Life: Monday - Friday Office Hours

What you will do

The Medical Assistant is responsible to perform the duties of the position in support of the nurses and physicians in providing quality medical care.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patient to exam room, takes appropriate vital signs and documents all necessary health information into the electronic medical record.
• Responds to patients concerns appropriately.
• Completes referrals and obtains pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
• Follows proper protocol for collection and delivery of specimens.
• Participates in all required meetings and practice huddles.
• Completes incoming patient forms and ensures forms are scanned into the electronic medical record if applicable.
• Uses Universal Precautions with all encounters. Knows and follows procedure for handling occurrences involving exposure to blood or other body fluid.
• Documents all exposure incidents per St Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates policy.
• Notifies physician regarding patients in need of physician intervention.
• Ensures that patient exam rooms are stocked and cleaned at all times.
• Follows office protocol to ensure adequate supplies are ordered and stocked.
• Performs office testing with appropriate training and within scope of practice.
• Handles medical waste appropriately.
• Provides educational materials to patients.
• Provides patients with electronic copy of medical record.

Front-end Functions (if applicable)

• Scheduling and registration
• Check-in
• Check-out
• Charge entry/claims
• End of day processes

General Duties

• Document processing
• Scanning
• Inbox monitoring

Compliance

• Complies with Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) care delivery model.
• Performs all mandatory training.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations.
• Works cooperatively with all team members to ensure quality patient care at all times.
• Communicates respectfully and effectively with providers, clinical staff, colleagues, managers and others.
• Adheres to St Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates Code of Conduct in performance of all job duties.
• Obtains and maintains medical assistant certification according to MA certification policy.
• Cross covers other areas as needed

What you will need

• Preferred Qualifications
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program
• Holds National Medical Assistant Certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA
• Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalency
• At least 10 months work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field
• Proficient in obtaining manual vital signs
• Experience using an electronic health record system
• Commitment to confidentiality and respect
• Ability to obtain and record patient data including but not limited to: prior health history, family history, allergies, current medications, current complaints, health screening questionnaires
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology
• Experience assisting physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers in performing clinical tasks and procedures
• Ability to provide patients with information related to their health and wellness

Pay

Pay Range:$19.00 - $25.09

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.