• Medical Assistant

    North Country Family Health Center (Watertown, NY)


    Medical Assistant

     

    Watertown, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=238+Arsenal+Street+Watertown+NY+USA+13601) • Family Practice

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Description

    The Medical Assistant provides medical care (in person or via telemedicine), and works as part of a team with Patient Service Representative, Providers, and Family Practice Administrator to ensure smooth continuum of care for identified patients, many of which are high risk. This includes facilitating the efficient flow of patients through the clinic and providing direct patient care. Also, assisting with client follow-up and chart maintenance, and keeping exam rooms, lab area, and bathrooms orderly.

    Requirements

    Current NYS Medical Assistant/Nursing Assistant Certification or equivalent with proven knowledge of patient care, completion of medical assisting course or at least 1 year experience in medical assisting or equivalent experience at the discretion of the supervisor, or High School Diploma required. Has excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Is skilled with computers and computer applications. Gives attention to detail and possesses problem resolution skills. Has a positive attitude and high energy, is a quick learner, is adaptable to change and is resourceful and proactive when identifying and resolving problems.

     

    Benefits

     

    Group health/dental/vision, agency funded voluntary life insurance, 403b available upon hire, and generous vacation and sick time (start accrual immediately upon hire!)

     

    *NCFHC is an equal opportunity employer

    Salary Description

    Starting at $17.26/hr.