Crew Member

$49,920 - $54,080/Yr

Catholic Health LI - Commack, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Commack, NY

Hospitals

About the position

The Medical Office Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the medical office by preparing exam rooms, managing patient flow, and collecting essential patient information. This position requires a blend of clinical and administrative skills to support healthcare providers and enhance patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam rooms for use following protocol including disinfecting, stocking all rooms, and checking vaccinations and medications availability for the day.
• Preps the patient chart with pre-visit planning by reviewing the next working day's schedule and identifying gaps in care.
• Ensures and/or obtains the last mammogram and breast ultrasound, colonoscopy, immunizations, and any clinical studies or consults required for the office visit.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms and directs patient flow for maximum efficiency.
• Collects and documents patient information, clinical data, and other relevant information such as vital signs, height/weight, allergies, active medication list, chief complaint, pain screen, and current symptoms.
• Obtains additional data from patient/significant other, EKG/lab/diagnostic test results, and other historical data.
• Reports findings to provider, recognizing abnormal findings or changes in condition.
• Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
• Collects, prepares, and processes laboratory specimens for on-site and remote-site testing.
• Tracks and enters results in medical record and performs quality control for waived testing and log maintenance.
• Assists with front office duties: greeting patients, answering phones, and verifying insurances.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or 3+ years documented medical assistant experience and completion of the CH Medical Assistant Assessment.
• BCLS training and current certification required from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Proficiency with care tasks such as phlebotomy and aseptic technique.

Benefits

• Generous benefits packages
• Generous tuition assistance
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Culture that supports professional and educational growth