Medical Assistant

Crouse Hospital; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA/HSA

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

7 holidays per year

401k with employer match

Affiliation with Crouse Hospital

Job summary

Crouse Medical Practice in Syracuse seeks a Medical Assistant to provide compassionate patient care, room patients promptly, and document in the EMR. You will work under the Clinical Manager and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to promote efficient daily operations.

The role requires MA certification and BLS, with prior physician office experience and proficiency in EMR systems. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have Medical Assistant Certification and BLS.
• Experience in a physician office and computer use required.
• Ability to perform EKGs and obtain accurate vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently room patients and document in EMR.
• Process messages and support daily operations.
• Collaborate with providers and staff to enhance patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Vital signs assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

EMR systems

EKG equipment

Job description

At Crouse Medical Practice, our focus is on improving the lives of our patients. This focus is what drives us to recruit the best employees to support our patients. Our practice fosters an inclusive environment that prioritizes work-life balance, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to join our close-knit work family.

Come join our work family!!

Here’s what we offer:

• Monday-Friday work week with no mandatory overtime
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive starting rates based on experience
• Annual salary increases
• Opportunities for professional growth & stability within a fast growing Medical Practice
• Longevity and consistency of management
• Perfect attendance award
• Employee referral program
• Affiliation with Crouse Hospital

Other benefits include:

• Generous Health/Dental/Vision & Life insurance
• Flexible spending account or Health savings account – available first of the month following your date of hire
• Employee assistance program
• 15 days of paid time-off within first year of employment
• 7 paid holidays annually
• and a 401k with 4% employer match

Position Description:

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager the Medical Assistant provides efficient, compassionate patient care, ensuring the timely rooming of patients, EMR documentation, message processing and documentation as needed. Works with providers, managers and staff to promote quality and cost-effective daily operations. Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relationships with patients, their families, the public and coworkers. This position works collaboratively with all other staff to assist the patient and facilitate successful interaction with the practice team. The position reflects and carries forward the mission and goals of the practice both internally and throughout the community.

Requirements:

• Education/Certification/Licensure
  • Current Medical Assistant Certification or completion of a Medical Assistant Program.
  • Current Basic Life Support Certification.
• Demonstrates ability to perform EKGS and obtain accurate vital signs both manually and with a vital sign monitor.
• Demonstrates experience in a physician office and computer use.
• Demonstrated competence interpersonal and intra professional relations.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration with physicians to individualize and enhance patient care.
• Demonstrated competence in acute care patient management/organization.