Medical Assistant - Ortho Spine Office Job Syracuse area,City of Syracuse New York USA,Healthcare

Location: City of Syracuse

Employment Type:Full time
Shift:Day Shift
Description:Ortho Spine
4100 Medical Center Drive
Suite 115
Fayetteville, New York
Monday - Friday Days, will have to float to the Camillus pop up office as needed

POSITION TITLE:

Medical Assistant MISSION STATEMENT:

We are passionate healers dedicated to honoring the Sacred in our sisters and brothers.

VISION:

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

CORE VALUES:

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing:
Compassion through our kindness, concern and genuine caring, Reverence in

honoring the dignity of the human spirit, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others;
Integrity in being and speaking the

truth.

RELATIONSHIP-BASED CARE GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

Caring and healing practices are found in relationships, communication and the hospital setting. Patients are actively involved in their

care and experience a therapeutic relationship with the caregiver.

Patient care is designed to meet patient and family needs while taking into account the unique needs of each patient. These values are

consistent in practice and include patient advocacy, safety and education.

Teamwork promotes clinical excellence and is rooted in effective communication, accountability and continuity of care and respect for

co-workers.

Caring leaders create an environment in which caring relationships happen. These leaders emerge from all levels of the network

helping to create a shared vision reflecting the mission, vision, and values of St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant is responsible to perform the duties of the position in support of the nurses and physicians in providing quality medical care. The Medical Assistant will perform all job functions in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the mission and core values of St Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program and holds any of the following National Medical Assistant

Certifications:

CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalency
At least 10 months' work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field.

If hired with minimum qualifications, you are required to pursue an approved Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC) within 90 days of hire and complete the process within 9 months of hire (we do not cover the cost of this certification for new hires).

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of

expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Capacity for proficiency, use, and knowing of the equipment, equipment tool, safety and appropriate set up of the equipment including use of personal protective equipment. Ability to identify the appropriate equipment needed for any task related to patient care. Training in infection control procedures and emergency protocols including CPR and ILC instructions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure Class 1.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently. Occasionally lifting a maximum of 50 pounds. Will require the ability to

stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.

WORK CONTACT GROUP:

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

SUPERVISED BY:

Registered Nurse or office manager

SUPERVISES:

N/A

CAREER PATH:

Unspecified.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $27.85

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual…