Medical Assistant

40000 Canyons Medical Group; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

PEAK tuition coverage program

Job summary

40000 Canyons Medical Group in Syracuse is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams. Schedule is Monday–Thursday 7:45am–4:45pm and Friday 9:00am–12:00pm, with clinic hours Monday–Thursday 7:30am–5:00pm and Friday 7:30am–3:00pm.

The role involves gathering patient information, communicating with patients, and assisting in ambulatory care. Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant Program or MA experience, BLS, and solid computer/EMR skills.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Must be obtained prior to the start date.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or one year of Medical Assistant Experience or has a current RN/LPN license.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills involving word processing and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider to gather patient information for visits.
• Communicate clearly with patients via phone or in person.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams on patient care.
• Maintain attention to detail and follow through in care delivery.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic Medical Assisting skills in ambulatory settings.

Skills

Professional etiquette

Communication

Collaboration/Teamwork

Confidentiality

Customer service

Reading

Typing

Manual Dexterity

Life Support

Information Collection

Accountability

Time management

Patient Care

Critical thinking

Education

Medical Assistant Program

1 year Medical Assistant Experience

RN/LPN license

Tools

EMR systems

Computer literacy

Job description

Medical Assistant

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45am - 4:45pm & , Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm.

Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 5:00pm & Friday 7:30am to 3:00pm.

Location: Syracuse Clinic Work City: Syracuse Work State: Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $20.07 - $28.59

Essential Functions

• Under the direction of the Clinician, the Medical Assistant will provide care to patients by assisting the provider to gather information that is relative to the patient’s visit and condition.
• Responsible for communicating clearly with patients seeking care through different modalities including telephone and in-person interactions.
• The Medical Assistant will work with cross functional teams to collaborate on patient care.
• Attention to detail and follow through are key components in helping to provide the care that is needed.
• The Medical Assistant will demonstrate proficiency in basic Medical Assisting skills as well as have experience providing care in an ambulatory setting.

Skills

• Professional etiquette and communication.
• Collaboration / Teamwork.
• Confidentiality.
• Customer service.
• Resolving patient needs.
• Computer literacy.
• Time management.
• Critical thinking/situational awareness.
• Patient Care.
• Reading.
• Typing.
• Manual Dexterity.
• Life Support.
• Information Collection.
• Accountability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Must be obtained prior to the start date.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or one year of Medical Assistant Experience or has a current RN/LPN license.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills involving word processing and data entry.
• Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver the highest level of customer/patient satisfaction.
• Ability to protect privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI) of patients, members, and caregivers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current national MA certification from one of the following national MA certifications or registrations: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA.
• Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
• Computer literacy in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and other relevant software.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Other Information

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