Medical Assistant - Women's Health Office

Albany Medical Center; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their Women's Health Office. This role involves performing essential tasks of direct and indirect patient care, ensuring adherence to patient care plans and organizational policies. The Medical Assistant will collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals, documenting patient information and assisting with various clinical tasks. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care within a supportive environment that values teamwork and compliance. If you are passionate about women's health and eager to contribute to a patient-centered approach, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), NCMA, or RMA upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Documents information accurately and timely into patient records.
• Obtains prior authorizations from insurance companies.
• Provides clinical support as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Tools

Medical Office Software

Job description

Department/Unit:

HBD - OBGYN Generalist

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$40,495.10 - $52,643.64
Medical Assistant
Women's Health Office
Albany, NY

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP). The Medical Assistant participates as a member of the healthcare team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN, LPN, or LIP to meet patient/family needs. The Medical Assistant performs tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies, and principles of patient-centered care. Tasks are within those functions limited by NYS law to unlicensed healthcare personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Documents information accurately and timely into patient records.
2. Obtains prior authorizations from insurance companies.
3. Generates medical renewals under supervision of a licensed healthcare provider.
4. Assists LPNs with obtaining information for pump/sensor/meter approvals.
5. Provides clinical support as needed.
6. Adheres to AMC’s regulatory compliance standards.
7. Performs other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Medical office experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - AAMA, upon hire.
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - NCTT, upon hire.
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists, upon hire.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to sensitive information, including HIPAA Protected Health Information, and other data regulated by federal and New York State laws. Employees must ensure access is based on a “need to know” basis, minimize data disclosure, and protect information from unauthorized access and modification, in accordance with Albany Medical Center policies.