Ophthalmology Medical Assistant & Front Desk Specialist

Stony-Brook-Community-Medical,-P; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gideon Schneck, MD - Ophthalmology in Stony Brook is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist for full-time work. Primary duties include patient intake, EMR documentation, medication handling, and coordinating appointments within ophthalmology services.

The position requires at least two years in a medical office, strong computer and EMR skills, and excellent communication. On-site duties are scheduled across various shifts in Stony Brook and Woodbury locations.

Qualifications

• At least two years of prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in a busy physician practice.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of both clerical and clinical practices and procedures.
• Candidate should have excellent computer skills and some knowledge of using an electronic medical record and various other computer applications needed to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Place patients in examination rooms and document the medication log, vitals and main visit reason in Cerner EMR.
• Perform screening and measuring procedures and record findings in the EMR.
• Assist the Lead Medical Assistant with physician flow to maintain schedule.
• Copy patient insurance cards and attach to requisitions.
• Maintain room cleanliness.
• Assist in obtaining reports, assessment reports and outside physician documentation.
• Schedule ancillary services and other procedures as needed.
• Maintain and scan patient charts into EMR.
• Call in prescription renewals and review with physician for changes.
• Secure medications/needles in locked cabinets and ensure timely follow up on results.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organizing

Time management

Teamwork and collaboration

Tools

EMR systems

Computer skills

Job description

Gideon Schneck, MD - Ophthalmology in Stony Brook is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist for full-time work. Primary duties include patient intake, EMR documentation, medication handling, and coordinating appointments within ophthalmology services.

The position requires at least two years in a medical office, strong computer and EMR skills, and excellent communication. On-site duties are scheduled across various shifts in Stony Brook and Woodbury locations.