Catholic Health Physicians Practices strives to deliver exceptional medical care to our patients. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant for our St. Catherine's Hospital Vascular Surgery Practice in Smithtown, NY who will provide the highest quality of patient care by being an integral part of the clinical team.

Job Summary:

The Medical Office Assistant must show an uncompromising commitment to providing the highest quality of patient care by being an integral part of the clinical team.  In addition to the Medical Assistant duties the Medical Office Assistants assists with front end duties when needed.

Qualifications: 

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or 3+years documented medical assistant experience and completion of the CH Medical assistant Assessment. Current BLS certification required from: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.    Proficiency with care tasks such as phlebotomy, aseptic technique, etc. Excellent interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication skills to enhance age-specific patient care, team collaboration and analytical problem-solving. Ability to work with an Electronic Health Record, Practice Management and Scheduling systems.

 

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.  Escorts patients to exam rooms. 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.  Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks. Collects, prepares and processes laboratory specimens for on-site and remote-site testing.  Performs, prepares for and assists with in-office procedures which may include but not limited to EKG, holter monitor and other ancillary testing.  Obtain prior authorizations on specific medications, diagnostic testing/imaging, as ordered by provider. Works with healthcare team to assure smooth and efficient patient flow and clinical operation. Assist with front office duties: greeting patients, answering phones, and verifying insurances.                                                                                       

The range for this position is $22.87 – $29.13 per hour.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job, and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth