Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Vaccinations

Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Street Health in Jamaica, NY is hiring a Medical Assistant to support providers by gathering patient information and ensuring accurate medical records. You will help maintain efficient patient flow and assist with routine screenings and tests.

The role requires MA certification or completion of an accredited MA program, 1 year of MA experience, CPR/BLS, EMR experience, and strong computer skills. US work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• State or national certification (as required by state), or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course.
• 1 year experience as a medical assistant.
• CPR or BLS Certification.
• Electronic Medical Record experience.
• Computer skills: Ability to quickly navigate and use multiple computer programs (Gmail, MS Word/Google Docs, Excel/Sheets).
• Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center's demographics.
• US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Ensure an efficient patient flow; room patients in a timely manner, complete vital signs, complete required screenings and complete medication reviews.
• Inventory supplies and stock exam rooms.
• Respond to patient requests for telephonic support (Lab results, faxing records to specialists, etc.).
• May administer vaccinations and perform point of care tests (A1C, spirometry, EKGs, blood draws) per state regulations.
• Import required documents into EMR via scanning or PDF upload.
• Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations.
• Process orders for durable medical equipment.
• Request medical records from external providers as required by the provider.
• Conduct routine quality control checks including infection control measures, equipment, and checks for expired medication and supplies.

Skills

1 year MA experience

CPR/BLS Certification

EMR experience

Computer skills

US work authorization

Non-English language proficiency

Education

Certification or MA program completion

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Oak Street Health in Jamaica, NY is hiring a Medical Assistant to support providers by gathering patient information and ensuring accurate medical records. You will help maintain efficient patient flow and assist with routine screenings and tests.

The role requires MA certification or completion of an accredited MA program, 1 year of MA experience, CPR/BLS, EMR experience, and strong computer skills. US work authorization is required.