Medical Assistant

GENESISCARE USA SERVICES LLC (S21 / XYW); Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

GENESISCARE USA SERVICES LLC (S21 / XYW) is seeking a Medical Assistant in the Town of Florida, New York. This role involves supporting physicians with patient care and maintaining administrative duties to ensure a smooth healthcare experience.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and have 1-3 years of experience, preferably within oncology. This position emphasizes patient-centric care while adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining a professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and good communication skills.
• Ability to work well with multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Maintain licenses and/or certifications as applicable.
• 1-3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in all aspects of the patient's initial consultation.
• Document medications and vital signs of patients.
• Maintain HIPAA rules and regulations as it applies to patient privacy.
• Represent the company in a professional manner.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Experience in oncology

Job description

At GenesisCare we want to hear from people who are as passionate as we are about innovation and working together to drive better life outcomes for patients around the world.

Our purpose is to design care experiences that get the best possible life outcomes. Our goal is to deliver exceptional treatment and care in a way that enhances every aspect of a person's cancer journey. Joining the GenesisCare team means a commitment to seeing and doing things differently. People centricity is at the heart of what we do—whether that person is a patient, a referring doctor, a partner, or someone in our team. We aim to build a culture of "care" that is patient focused and performance driven.

Role Summary

The Medical Assistant at GenesisCare US is a specifically trained individual who demonstrates expertise in dealing with patients during all aspects of care. Performs administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Physician or Physician’s designee.

Your key responsibilities

• Remain with physician at all times in the exam room unless asked to step out or sent to schedule a study.
• Assist the doctor in all aspects of the patient's initial consultation.
• Conduct weekly status checks.
• Perform routine follow-up examinations.
• Attend to any emergency visits that are needed.
• Schedule and follow up on all diagnostic studies that are ordered, ensuring proper documentation and obtaining physician’s signature on test results.
• Acquire results and notify Physician of interim reports.
• Draw blood for various lab tests that are sent out and follow up on lab results.
• Attend annual OSHA/Biomedical update meetings and apply updates in the clinical setting.
• Practice safety precautions and wear personal protective equipment when needed.
• Document medications the patients are currently taking, and any new medications prescribed by our physicians—including name, dose, prescribing physician, instructions, date, and nurse’s initials.
• Document any samples given to patient.
• Chart patient’s vital signs, initial weight, and all follow-up weights.
• Obtain all signed permission slips for patients who are radioactive prostate seed implants only.
• Verify that the allergy sticker is complete.
• Assist or perform catheterizations of patients for various simulations.
• Report or verify all patient problems as reported.
• Maintain HIPAA rules and regulations as it applies to patient privacy.
• Maintain open communication with front desk, nursing staff, etc. regarding patient add-ons, treatment breaks, and changes in treatment plan.
• Be an active part of the center’s team, demonstrating courtesy and respect at all times.
• Represent the company in a professional manner and maintain a professional demeanor in stressful situations.
• Maintain attendance according to scheduled days and hours, uniform, and appearance standards as per company policy.
• Attend mandatory company training sessions as required by state/federal law where applicable.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail, good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Travel between multiple sites may be required.
• Maintain licenses and/or certifications as applicable.
• Experience in oncology preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

GenesisCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a culture of care that is patient focused and performance driven.