Medical Office Assistant - CATHOLIC HEALTH SERVICES OF LONG ISLAND : Job Details

Prepares exam rooms for use following protocol including: disinfecting, stocking all rooms, and checking vaccinations and medications availability for the day. Preps the patient chart with pre-visit planning by reviewing the next working days schedule and identifying gaps in care. The medical assistant is responsible for ensuring and/or obtaining the last mammogram and breast ultrasound, colonoscopy, immunizations and any clinical studies or consults that are required for that office visit Escorts patients to exam rooms. Directs patient flow for maximum efficiency. Collects and documents patient information, clinical data and other relevant information such as vital signs, height/weight, allergies, active medication list, chief complaint, pain screen and current symptoms. Obtains additional data from patient/significant other, EKG/lab/ diagnostic test results and other historical data. Reports findings to provider, recognizing abnormal findings or changes in condition. Confirms and cl...Office Assistant, Medical, Medical Assistant, Office, Healthcare, Business Services, Patient