About the Role
Oneida Health is seeking a full-time Medical Office Assistant for its GI Specialist office in Oneida. This role combines clinical and administrative duties, reporting to the Practice Manager. The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong customer service skills, capable of working independently. Prior medical experience is beneficial but not required.
Responsibilities
- Utilize a customer service attitude for all patient interactions, both in person and over the phone.
- Collect and record patient data with keen observation.
- Address the needs of patients, visitors, co-workers, and the practice positively and promptly.
- Demonstrate strong computer skills.
- Maintain a safe and hygienic environment for patients, adhering to infection prevention standards.
- Assist providers with procedures and examinations.
- Perform treatments and procedures as directed.
- Reassure patients regarding wait times and delays, prioritizing acutely ill patients.
- Maintain accurate medical records.
- Check equipment and stock supplies as needed.
- Place supply and pharmacy orders.
- Facilitate and execute physician orders.
- Coordinate and schedule referrals and surgeries.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
- 1 year of Medical Office experience (Preferred)
- 1 year of Computer Skills experience (Preferred)
Skills
- Customer service
- Computer skills
- Infection prevention techniques
- Medical record maintenance
Location
- Oneida, NY
Work Type
- Full Time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 1 year Medical Office experience (Preferred)
- 1 year Computer Skills experience (Preferred)
Education Level
- High School/GED
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $17.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Benefits
- Free Parking
- Employee Gym
- Generous Paid Time Off accruing day one
- 403 (b) matching up to 6%
- No Deductible Health Insurance
- Flex Spending
- Vision
- Dental
- Disability
- Life Insurance
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement
About the Company
- Oneida Health is consistently ranked among the top hospitals both regionally and nationally for safety and cleanliness.
- We invest in employee growth through continued education and department promotion.
- We prioritize providing safe work environments with advanced technology.
- We respect and encourage work-life balance.
