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Temporary Medical AssistantNorthwell Health • Port Jefferson Station, NY, United States
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Temporary Medical Assistant

Temporary Medical Assistant

Northwell Health • Port Jefferson Station, NY, United States
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Flexstaff is currently hiring a Medical Office Assistant on a Temp to Perm basis for one of our clients.

Shift times / days : Monday - Friday, alternating Saturdays, shifts vary 7 : 30am - 7 : 00pm

Length of assignment : 12 -16 weeks (tentative)

Dress Code : Scrubs

Rate : $22-24 / hr

Location : Port Jefferson Station, NY

Key Roles & Responsibilities

  • Welcomes patients by greeting them, introducing themselves, and calling the patient by name (Mr., Mrs., Ms.)
  • Prepares patients for the visit by directing and / or accompanying them to the examination room; providing examination gowns and drape; helping them position themselves for the examination and / or treatment; monitoring instruments, supplies, and equipment.
  • Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and / or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
  • Enters patients' vital statistics and information such as medications, test results, radiology, and laboratory orders into the Electronic Health Record.
  • Updates and files medical records and insurance reports.
  • Assists during medical examinations, as allowable by law.
  • Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient information confidential.
  • Performs general office duties
  • Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, verifying receipt.
  • Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance and calling for repairs.
  • Completes required administrative tasks, reporting and recordkeeping entries at end of each day.
  • Returns patient calls by the end of the day.
  • Promptly completes assigned tasks.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Key Behavior

  • Timely attendance : must be present at work location / site before scheduled as dictated by specific department Time and Attendance Policy.
  • Outstanding patient experience as demonstrated by :
  • Immediate acknowledgement of the patient.
  • No distraction while interacting with patients.
  • Compassion and professionalism during all interaction with patients.
  • Proper attire, grooming and hygiene.
  • Desire to assist patients by explaining provider's instructions in a professional, clear, concise manner and ensuring patients have all their questions answered before they leave.
  • Being an active and positive member of the health care team
  • Attention to detail and engaged in reporting issues regarding patients, facilities, safety and compliance.

    • Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
  • 1+ year of experience working as a medical assistant.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Friendly and compassionate disposition with strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Dedication to maintaining confidentiality of all patient records.
  • Frequent sitting and standing from a sitting position. Use of keyboard and or computer mouse up to 8 hours per day. Ability to lift 20 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and ability to adjust focus.

    • Additional Salary Detail

    The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

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    Medical Assistant • Port Jefferson Station, NY, United States