Endoscopy Technician/ Medical Assistant - Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley
New Windsor, NY
About the Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Medical Assistant / Endo Technician
JOB STATUS: Full-time Non-Exempt
DIVISION/LOCATION: Gastroenterology
REPORTS TO: Nursing Supervisor/ Practice Director
DATE: May 2020
JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Assistant/Endo Technician is a skilled health professional who works closely with Physicians, Nursing Staff and Clerical Staff. This position requires direct patient care and communication, critical thinking and problem solving. The Medical Assistant/Endo Technician provides clinical expertise to ensure all patients receive high quality, efficient clinical care, as well as providing clerical support as required. The Medical Assistant/Endo Technician must exhibit a team-oriented attitude and ability to provide support to all members of the practice staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Medical Assistant
+ Assists physicians with patient office visits which includes:
Rooming patients, interviewing patients, recording vital signs including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, and temperature, entering information in patient electronic medical record.
+ Performs patient testing within scope of practice.
+ Prepares and reviews patient chart in advance of the patient’s appointment:
Reviews charts for completeness ensuring all required information is included; notes any deficiencies and utilizes all resources internal as well as external to obtain information to complete chart
+ Organizes exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep, and re-stocking of supplies.
+ Performs administrative tasks including:
Taking patient calls, verifying patient demographics and insurance, confirming and rescheduling patient appointments, form completions, prescription refills, referrals, prior authorizations and patient educational material.
+ Compiles and assists providers in the follow up of lab tests, X-rays, medication and preauthorization issues.
+ Participates in AM huddles as assigned
+ Assists clerical department by requesting and scanning medical records into patient charts
+ Scans all pertinent information into the electronic health record system.
+ Demonstrates appropriate hand washing technique to ensure proper infection control and follows universal precautions.
+ Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
+ Demonstrates appropriate use of Red Bag Waste.
+ Other duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Endo Technician
This position is accountable for: the care, maintenance, ordering, and stocking of the technical equipment and supplies within the Endoscopic suite; and creating a clean, safe environment for the care of patients. Assisting Physicians during endoscopic procedures within the Endoscopy procedure suite The Endoscopy Technician is considered a member of the procedural team.
+ Supervised by members of the management team, including nursing supervisor, practice director and/or the MD’s.
+ Performs necessary cleaning of the treatment room after each case including reprocessing of scopes.
+ Assists within the Endoscopic procedure suite, providing direct support to the performing physician, including placing biopsied tissue in specimen collection containers, appropriate and accurate labeling of all specimen collection containers.
+ Serves as a resource for the use and maintenance of equipment.
+ Knowledge of and ability to use sterile techniques.
+ Assist in moving and positioning the patient for procedures, as needed.
+ Maintains records/statistics in reference to the HLD of equipment, supplies and instruments.
+ Follows the established process for sending scopes and other equipment for repair as needed.
+ Assists in planning supplies for cases the next day, as appropriate.
+ Maintains inventory and assists in restocking/ordering of supplies.
+ Assists in maintaining an orderly arena for equipment, supplies and environment of the reprocessing room.
+ Knowledge in the use and care of a scope re-processor.
+ Knowledgeable of appropriate technique for packaging instruments and other supplies.
+ Detailed orientated and ability to task manage within a fast-paced environment
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
+ Certification as a Medical Assistant and/or Endo Technician preferred
+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and adhere to all State, Federal and Local regulations; including, accreditation entity (AAAASF) required standards.
+ Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
+ Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, patients, patient caregivers, co-workers, management and outside vendors.
+ Must possess critical thinking skills, flexibility, a positive attitude and the ability to work independently.
+ Travel to any of the Premier Medical Group locations may be necessary upon request.
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
+ High School diploma or GED required.
+ Certification as a Medical Assistant and/or Endo Technician preferred
+ Previous Gastroenterology experience in an ambulatory care setting and/or Endoscopy Center as a Medical Assistant and/or Endo Technician preferred
Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Source : Premier Medical Group of the Hudson Valley
