Medical Assistant - Pulmonologists

Building Name: CVPH - Medical Office Building (206) Location Address: 206 Cornelia Street, Plattsburgh New York Regular Department: CVPH - MG Pulm, Sleep Lab Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80 Shift: Day Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Weekend Needs: As Scheduled Salary Range: Min $20.81 Mid $25.49 Max $30.17 Recruiter: Naomi Kpesse Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally. Primary Shift: 0800-1630 Secondary Shifts: 0700-1530, 1730-1600 GENERAL SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant works under the general supervision of the Practice Coordinator and clinical supervision of the physician, advanced practice provider or licensed nursing staff to deliver excellent patient care. Job duties include basic clinical tasks, working with patients and assisting the other members of the healthcare team to ensure efficient and high quality care to the patient. The Medical Assistant performs such duties in accordance with established policies and procedures. AHA-BLS certification is required however, certification is not a qualifying factor to obtain the position. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Skills Required: 1. High school graduate or GED required. 2. Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology. 3. Previous experience as a Medical Assistant or Graduate of Allied Health or similar program required. 4. AHA-BLS is required within 6 months of hire or a current non-AHA-BLS card will be honored up to date of renewal. 5. Knowledge of medical practice management and/or electronic medical records systems required. 6. Previous experience or education in a clinical support role required. 7. Willingness to use positive communication skill while performing job duties. 8. Ability to perform detailed assignments, work under pressure, and relate to patients, providers, as well as other clinical and office staff required. 9. Basic computer knowledge required. 10. Willingness to attend and complete CVPH education requirements satisfactorily required. 11. Ability to work independently, handle interruptions, take direction and prioritize required As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided. This is a bargaining union position. University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital boasts 300 inpatient beds, inpatient acute rooms that are all private, and a Skilled Nursing Facility. The main hospital sits on a plush 45-acre campus complete with ponds and walking paths. We’re proud to offer a full-spectrum of health care services to our rural communities in Northern New York to keep care as close to home as possible. The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years. In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating and sailing to biking, kite surfing, fishing, golfing and more. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburg and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region’s rich history.