Ambulatory Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Vitals Pro

Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory patient care under the direction of a Provider, Registered Nurse, and/or the LPN. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate EHR records, obtaining vital signs, and assisting with procedures to ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role emphasizes teamwork, efficient scheduling, accurate patient identification, and active participation in performance improvements while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred.
• Ambulatory Care Setting experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a member of a team committed to quality patient care.
• Collaborates with care team including physicians, nurses, and office staff.
• Completes sessions based on nursing and office policy and procedures.
• Maintains patient records (EHR) up to date at session start.
• Obtains vital signs and documents findings appropriately.
• Identifies patients using name and date of birth per policy.
• Assists with patient quality measures and enhances patient experience.
• Queries patients for pain/tobacco use and reports to nurse/provider.
• Reconciles medications and informs physician of discrepancies.
• Phlebotomy proficiency and proper specimen labeling in presence of patients.
• Adheres to PPE guidelines and blood borne pathogen procedures.
• Responds to in-office emergencies and reports safety concerns.
• Assists with procedures and chaperones during exams as needed.
• Contacts cancellations and schedules follow-up appointments.
• Maintains supplies and equipment for efficient operation.
• Participates in orientation of new clinical personnel.
• Engages in practice performance improvement activities.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EHR documentation

Team collaboration

Patient safety reporting

Education

Graduate of Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory patient care under the direction of a Provider, Registered Nurse, and/or the LPN. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate EHR records, obtaining vital signs, and assisting with procedures to ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role emphasizes teamwork, efficient scheduling, accurate patient identification, and active participation in performance improvements while adhering to safety