The Health Specialist/ Certified Medical Assistant has both clinical and clerical duties. This is a full-time, 40 week per year position from mid August through mid June. Responsibilities Preparing the patient for medical visits, outpatient procedures and other physical exams by performing vital signs, updating medical history in the electronic health record, and noting any changes in health status. Performing data entry tasks to document patient records within facility databases and maintaining... more details
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Posting Details
Position Title
Health Specialist/Certified Medical Assistant-L
Department
Health Services Office
Duration of Position
Academic year / Full time
Work schedule (other than Regular hours)
Employee Type
Staff
Job Type
On-Campus
Posting Date
01/24/2024
Posting Removal Date
Union Representation
CWA
Posting Number
AS454P
Pay Rate
$20.26 /hour
About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.
Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.
Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.
Position Summary and Responsibilities
The Health Specialist/Certified Medical Assistant has both clinical and clerical duties. This is a full-time, 40 week per year position from mid August through mid June. Responsibilities
Preparing the patient for medical visits, outpatient procedures and other physical exams by performing vital signs, updating medical history in the electronic health record, and noting any changes in health status.
Performing data entry tasks to document patient records within facility databases and maintaining patient files. Assists with the processing of incoming student medical forms.
Assisting as a chaperone for sensitive exams or assisting with bedside outpatient medical procedures.
Providing phlebotomy services to students and employees. On-site training to be provided.
Processing tissue and lab specimens and entering patient insurance information for outpatient labs. Autoclave instruments and send out weekly spore testing.
Performing EKGs when ordered by providers.
Obtaining prior authorizations when necessary for providers.
Prepping and stocking exam rooms.
Identifying inventory needs and assisting the Director with ordering supplies, medications and vaccines.
Providing compassionate and inclusive patient support and care during office visits.
Assisting patients with making follow-up appointments and referral appointments to off-campus providers and facilities.
Assisting with the management of the office telephone systems; including answering calls and emails and returning messages.
Assisting in the front office with appointment scheduling and making appointment confirmation reminders.
Assisting in the front office with greeting patients and checking patients in and out for their appointments.
Processing and reconciling the student account charges daily and tracking hold bills.
Perform other duties as deemed necessary to support the departmental operations.
Qualifications
Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with a certification preferred.
Previous medical office experience/administrative support preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills are essential.
Strong organizational and computer skills, including email, Excel, and Word are necessary.
Familiarity with electronic record keeping helpful but not essential.
Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and work independently is required.
Evidence of strong time management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to apply independent judgment and problem solving with limited supervision and instruction are necessary.
Ability to interact with a diverse community of students, staff, and other college personnel/departments.
Must have a professional demeanor and ability to work as part of a team with reliability and consistency.
Compensation
Special Instructions to Applicants
To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.
For full consideration applicants should apply by
Anticipated Start Date
Anticipated End Date
Quicklink for Posting
https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3691
Open Until Filled
Yes
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