Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: New York, NY 10003/ 10019
Contract – 3 Months with a possibility of extension
Job Summary
The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting physicians and clinical staff by providing direct patient care, performing administrative duties, and maintaining efficient clinical operations. The role includes patient intake, vital signs, specimen collection, EMR documentation, scheduling, and assisting with medical procedures while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and infection control standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient care duties including vital signs, EKGs, venipuncture, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
- Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
- Escort and assist patients with mobility, dressing, and exam preparation.
- Communicate instructions and information to patients and families.
- Manage patient flow and maintain organized schedules.
- Maintain patient medical records, charts, referrals, lab reports, and requisitions.
- Enter physician orders and prescription refill requests into the EMR system.
- Inventory, order, and restock medical supplies.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA, PPE, safety, and infection control regulations.
- Perform additional administrative and clinical duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with multicultural and diverse patient populations.
- Excellent telephone etiquette and customer service skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with EMR or medical billing systems preferred.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced and changing healthcare environment.
Education & Certification
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Completion of an approved Medical Assistant certification program required.
- Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
Work Environment
- General office and clinical environment.
- Light physical activity required, including standing, walking, and assisting patients as needed.
Requirement:
- BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
