Title:Medical Assistant F/T

ID:5715-9

Department:Nursing

Location:Westhampton Beach

Description

Full Time, Monday -Friday$21-$23 per hour

Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)

Voluntary Life Insurance

Other Voluntary Benefits

Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Program (401k)

8 Paid Holidays

MAIN FUNCTION:

To provide day-to-day clerical support and fundamental nursing tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gather client information for utilization review and deliver to the UR Department.

Obtain vital signs as needed.

Will work under the direct supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse.

Responsible for the answering and screening of telephone calls.

Maintain client's room board.

Obtain insurance information for new admissions and fax to the Intake Department and to the Pharmacy.

Perform electrocardiograms on all clients, use of intoximeter, taking client's blood pressure, pulse and temperature.

Enter data, import pictures and run reports in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

Assist in obtaining urine samples on clients and stat results.

Admission process of clients which will include: Admitting pictures, vital signs, blood pressure, breathalyzer, temperatures as needed.

Communicate with other staff members pertaining to client issues.

Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for clients and staff.

All other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Proficient in performing electrocardiograms, use of intoximeter, taking client's vital signs.

Knowledge and ability to follow all new client admission procedures:

Knowledge of and instruction to new clients on basic policies and rules.

Knowledge of and instruction to new clients on proper handwashing technique.

Proficient in computer usage including EMR system, Microsoft Outlook and other information systems.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate

CPR certified

Knowledge of 12 step program

Clean drivers license

This employee must have proficient phone skills; be professional in behavior; and appearance.

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