Medical Assistant
North Country Family Health Center Inc
- Location
- Onsite (Watertown, NY)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
North Country Family Health Center seeks a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and support clinical operations. The role ensures a smooth continuum of care for patients, many of whom are high risk, within a team-based primary care environment.
Skills
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 403b retirement
- Vacation time
- Sick time
Full job details
Description
The Medical Assistant provides medical care (in person or via telemedicine), and works as part of a team with Patient Service Representative, Providers, and Primary Care Director to ensure smooth continuum of care for identified patients, many of which are high risk. This includes facilitating the efficient flow of patients through the clinic and providing direct patient care. Also, assisting with client follow-up and chart maintenance, and keeping exam rooms, lab area, and bathrooms orderly.
Requirements
Current NYS Medical Assistant/Nursing Assistant Certification or equivalent with proven knowledge of patient care, completion of medical assisting course or at least 1 year experience in medical assisting or equivalent experience at the discretion of the supervisor, or High School Diploma required. Has excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Is skilled with computers and computer applications. Gives attention to detail and possesses problem resolution skills. Has a positive attitude and high energy, is a quick learner, is adaptable to change and is resourceful and proactive when identifying and resolving problems.
Benefits
Group health/dental/vision, agency funded voluntary life insurance, 403b available upon hire, and generous vacation and sick time (start accrual immediately upon hire!)
*NoCo is an equal opportunity employer