Certified Medical Assistant #Full Time

Top Healthcare Provider Network The 61st Street Service Corporation provides administrative and clinical support staff for ColumbiaDoctors This position will support ColumbiaDoctors one of the largest multi specialty practices in the Northeast ColumbiaDoctors practices comprise an experienced group of more than 2800 physicians surgeons dentists and nurses offering more than 240 specialties and subspecialties Opportunity to grow as part of the Certified Medical Assistant Career Ladder Job Summary The Certified Medical Assistant CMA will serve as a key member of the patient care team in an ambulatory setting This position will work closely with providers across multiple specialties as well as with other clinical and administrative staff to deliver an exceptional patient experience that contributes to positive health outcomes for patients and a work culture in alignment with our values of Service Oriented Trust Empathy Safety Inclusion and Communication Job Responsibilities Greet and interact with patients visitors vendors and all faculty and staffPrepare patients for their visit includingPre visit organization of information required for an efficient in office experience performing patient escort and rooming functions taking vital signs medication reconciliation accurate documentation of chief complaint updating history as requested updating EMR Epic as requiredAssisting patients as needed with walking dressing collecting and processing specimens and point of care testing preparing for exam etc Serving as a chaperone in the exam room as requestedAssisting physicians with examinations procedures and department specific therapies that does not require medical judgement or decision makingPerforming phlebotomy duties and point of care tests such as urinalysis and pregnancy testsPreparing and labeling collected specimens and ensuring timely delivery of specimens to appropriate designationEnsuring that proper labs are drawn and documented via Epic Assisting in troubleshooting missing labs from Epic as instructed by supervisorEntering orders in Epic as requiredNotifying physicians and nurses of emergencies and performing first aidMay remove sutures or staples under the supervision of a physician or other appropriately licensed person provided that the patient is evaluated at a minimum immediately before the procedure by an appropriately licensed professionalOpen sterile packages under the continuous and direct supervision of an appropriately licensed and credentialed individualCMAs may insert items into an autoclave and may remove sealed packages from an autoclave; the CMA must however be under supervision once opening the sealed package of autoclaved instruments like opening a sterile packageCMAs cannot performSet up or manipulate any sterile fieldPerform pre procedural preparationdisinfection setting up a sterile fieldPerform additional specialty specific duties as assigned and based on clinical operation needs Other duties as assignedJob Qualifications High school graduate or equivalency and graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program plus specialized certifications as neededCMA must be certified by a credentialing bodyCurrent BCLSAED certification requiredMust demonstrate strong organizational and problem solving skills Ability to perform across multi disciplinary andor specialties while maintaining high productivity and a professional and service oriented demeanorAbility to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and respectful manner while appreciating the unique contributions of an inclusive workforce that brings together the talents of people across multiple identities Strong commitment to fostering diversity and equityMust have excellent communication skills interpersonal skills and a strong ability to deescalate stressful situationsMust be an engaged team member demonstrating collaboration inclusion reliability punctuality and adaptability to new and changing situationsBasic proficiency in computer skills including but not limited to Electronic Health Systems Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word email systems etcMust be a motivated individual with a positive mindset and exceptional work ethicWill provide coverage as requested throughout practices multiple sites and flexible scheduleAssociate degree or additional academic coursework preferredPrevious medical assisting experience in an outpatient setting preferredProficiency with OSHA standards including disposal of biohazard waste preferredMulti specialty experience in a high volume setting preferredPrior EMR experience Epic preferredHourly Rate Ranges 2205 3384 Note Our salary offers will fall within these ranges based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience skill set training and education 61st Street Service Corporation At 61st Street Service Corporation we are committed to providing our client with excellent customer service while maintaining a productive environment for all employees The Service Corporation offers a competitive comprehensive Benefit package to eligible employees; including Healthcare and various other benefits including Paid Time off to promote a healthy lifestyle We are an equal employment opportunity employer and we adhere to all requirements of all applicable federal state and local civil rights laws