Medical Assistant - Oncology

Summit Health
Florham Park, NJ
Full-time

Description

Position Summary :

The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physician, PA or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care and procedures.

Essential Job functions :

  • Prepares the examination room. Escorts patient into the room. Cleans examination room when exam is complete.
  • Maintains efficient patient flow.
  • Ensures proper preparation for patient visit. Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visit.
  • Communicates & provides care consistent with age, cultural, spiritual and developmental needs of the patient.
  • Answers the telephone in an appropriate manner. Directs calls and / or takes accurate messages.
  • Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately according to departmental guidelines.
  • Consistently and accurately stocks examination rooms with all necessary supplies.
  • Assists in ordering and maintaining of all supplies as assigned.
  • Reconciles encounters daily and accurately, according to policy guidelines.
  • Effectively communicates problems, concerns or issues to the Supervisor and / or Manager appropriately and promptly.
  • Understands and performs within scope of practice.
  • Obtains vital signs : BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR.
  • Reviews and updates medication list and accurately documents known allergies in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Demonstrates an understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures.
  • Accurately documents allergies in EHR.
  • Employs appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR.
  • Appropriately enters orders and schedules appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR.
  • Provides referrals and / or consult orders appropriately and in a timely manner in the PMS and EHR.
  • Appropriately adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposal of medical waste.
  • Maintains proficiency with department specific equipment, troubleshoots and reports malfunctions promptly
  • Facilitates transition of care to UCC / Hospital
  • Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules.
  • All other duties as assigned
  • Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned.
  • Provide scribing services.

General Job functions :

Other duties as assigned

Physical Job Requirements :

  • Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
  • Physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers.
  • Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing / bending, walking).

Environmental Risks :

  • Allergens : dust, mold and / or pollen
  • Combative Patients / Visitors

Required Qualifications :

  • Medical Assistant certificate or completion of a MA program required
  • Medical office experience preferred
  • Must be able to multitask in a high volume, fast-paced environment
  • Phlebotomy certification and experience is a plus
  • Demonstrates positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong computer skills , EMR experience preferred

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Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

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