• Medical Assistant

    Living Resources (Cohoes, NY)


    Medical Assistant

     

    Cohoes, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Cohoes+NY+USA+12047)

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Description

    Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

     

    Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.

     

    The Medical Assistant will transport and attend all medical/dental appointments as assigned. They are responsible for bringing all necessary paperwork/consults and assist the individuals with self-advocacy during the appointments. After the appointment is completed the Medical Assistant will secure the individuals medical information by completing the appropriate follow up and document when the next appointment is. The Medical Assistant is responsible for communicating the outcome of all appointments directly to the RN via phone.

     

    Hours: Monday - Friday, daytime hours

     

    Pay: $19.50-$20.50/hour

     

    Our Values: Inclusive, Change Embracer or Innovator, Mentor, Personal growth, Self-determination and Teamwork/Collaboration

    We are looking for people who are:

    Compassionate while caring/supporting others

     

    Kind hearted

     

    Patient

     

    Team Player

     

    Adaptable with changing work days

     

    Reliable and attentive

     

    Eager to learn and grow

     

    Would you enjoy working in an organization that encourages your personal development? How would you like the flexibility to create the work-life balance you desire?

     

    These are just some of the things Living Resources can offer you!

     

    To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally.Ask our 150+ employees who have been here more than 10 years!

    Requirements

    + 1 year of Direct Support Professional experience working with people with I/DD

    + The ability to get Medication certification, diabetes/g-tube certification, if not already in possession

    + Driver’s license and ability to drive agency vehicle

    + Ability to communicate effectively

    + Experience as a Medical Assistant in a Dr.’s office or Hospital, preferred

    + PCA/HHA/C.N.A. experience, a plus

    Salary Description

    $19.50-$20.50/hour