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Medical Assistant Senior, Breast Health CenterReq #:0000158988

Category:Medical Assistant

Status:Part-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:Breast Health Center

Location:

Williamson Street, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The Medical Assistant Senior navigates the patient through the biopsy process and follows up with the result while prioritizing patient safety as well as patient satisfaction. This position continuously communicates with our patients, imaging staff and referring physicians.

Qualifications:

Required:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent

• At least 4 years of medical assisting work experience in Women's Health

Preferred:

• Certified Medical Assistant

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 8:30 2:30pm each day

• Part-Time

Essential Functions:

• Obtain medical history prior to breast biopsy procedure

• Assist Physician and Technologist during the ultrasound and Stereotactic breast biopsies

• Perform blood pressure monitoring

• Post procedure care of biopsy site

• Schedule patient for biopsy including getting prescription from referring doctor

• Explain the biopsy process to the patient, including pre-biopsy recommendations and preparation

• Screen the patient by reviewing their medications and history, advise no NSAIDS/VIT E etc.

• Ensure the patient follows policies regarding stopping certain medications

• Obtain appropriate documentation from doctor clearing the patient to stop taking medication and for following up on bloodwork if needed such as PT/INR for patients on Coumadin

• Prepare folders for biopsy approvals especially important for outside cases

• Ensure all paperwork and imaging is available to the radiologist so the radiologist can approve the case to be scheduled

• Follow up on biopsy approvals and address any issues that the radiologist brings to their attention at the times of approvals Ex: report needing an addendum; missing images or reports

• Handle the pathology; ensure the results are routed to the referring physician and possibly to the patient. Obtain surgical path if surgery recommended

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer