What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Hicksville OTP position at Victory Recovery Partners?
Victory Recovery Partners, a network of addiction/recovery centers is currently looking for a Full Time Medical Assistant to join our Hicksville (methadone) location. The Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities in a manner that places emphasis on quality of care and customer service, collaborating with medical staff to ensure a patient centered approach to care.
Position hours: Monday - Friday 6am-2pm.
Essential functions of this role:
- Performs clerical duties that drive efficient patient flow
- Prepares patients for provider visits and/or procedures by taking vital signs; accurately records medical history and assessing risk factors
- Facilitates lab and diagnostic tests at the request of the ordering provider, including EKGs, Urine Drug Tests, Blood Draws, etc.
- Conducts a review of scheduled patient’s charts to assist with pre-visit planning
- Assists staff with completion of paperwork on behalf of patients including, but not limited to, prior authorizations for treatments and prescriptions, patient benefits, entitlements, disability and any other agency inquiries as assigned
- Maintains exam rooms according to protocols. Cleans rooms between patient exams to ensure patients’ comfort and compliance with infection control standards. Ensures all necessary supplies are stocked
- Thoroughly records information with the EMR to meet clinical requirements
Qualified candidate must be able to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally, and must demonstrate the ability to multitask and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment. Excellent customer service skills required. Sensitivity to Drug/Alcohol Addiction, Mental Health Issues, HIV/AIDS, and LGBT issues essential.
- Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Required Experience: At least 1 year experience working in a healthcare practice preferred.
- Required Certification: Medical Assistant Certification CMA (AAMA)
- Other Qualifications: Strong Computer Skills, familiarity working with EMR strongly preferred. High attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
