Medical Assistant / Relations Associate

Description

The Medical Assistant Relations Associate is responsible for effectively and efficiently providing patient procedures as ordered by the physician under the guidance of licensed medical staff (LPN, RN, NP or MD). In addition, provides clerical support necessary for efficient and effective functioning of the office.

Responsibilities

• Performs EKGs as ordered by the physician
• Performs lab testing as ordered by the physician
• Performs PFT as ordered by the physician
• Admits patient to the exam room and takes vital signs, medical history, medication history and allergy history. Height and weight as indicated
• Performs quality controls
• Ensures that the patient referrals are completed and forwarded appropriately
• Documents appropriately any treatment
• Documents any telephone contact with the patient
• Documents in the lab accession log and outside medical testing log as per established procedure
• Adheres to universal precautions and OSHA Regulations
• Maintains examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion
• Registers and transacts patients promptly and accurately using current computer system
• Updates pertinent patient information, including medical insurance coverage and eligibility
• Ensures that all patients names appear on daily ledger sheets
• Schedules patient appointments
• Retrieves and files medical reports/lab results
• Processes HMO referrals as requested by Physician, Practice Management, and patients
• Communicates to Physician all patient emergencies
• Answers telephones with name and Beth Israel Medical Group office location
• Takes messages to ensure follow-up on all calls
• Scans paperwork into the EMR in a timely fashion
• Balances ledger sheets and accounts for all monies received
• Has accountability for all aspects of the cash box and the contents within. Notifies Office Administrator or Reimbursement/Front Office Coordinator when change is needed
• Provides information to other departments as requested
• Provides assistance with uncovered shifts
• Confirms appointments
• Notifies Practice Manager or Office Manager of any problems in the office
• Notifies Practice Manager or Office Manager when office supplies are needed
• Calls insurance companies to verify coverage and eligibility
• Forwards to specialty offices all information pertinent to scheduled appointments; i.e., labs, referrals, ex-rays, etc.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant/Relations Associate
• BLS certification or Heart Saver from AHA
• Licensed/Credentialed as a Phlebotomist or EKG technician preferred
• Certification as a Medical Assistant or two (2) years relevant work experience preferred.
• CMA/RMA - National Certification Required

Collective bargaining unit

SEIU 1199-MSBIMG

SEIU 1199 at Mount Sinai Beth Israel - DOCS, BXJ - MS Downtown Doctors Float Pool - BIMG, Beth Israel Medical Group

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $28.8828 - $29.3828 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.