Float Medical Assistant - Patient-Centered Care & Growth

New York Health; Ridge (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from Day 1

Dental and vision

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401k

PTO

8 paid holidays

Job summary

New York Health (NYH) in New York is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to support patient intake, lab processing, vital signs, and prep for exams across multiple locations in NY.

You will assist providers, perform EKGs and point-of-care tests, sterilize equipment, and maintain accurate records. A Medical Assistant Certificate and HS diploma are required, with EMR experience preferred and bilingual skills a plus.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certificate and HS Diploma required.
• Proficiency with EMR system preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable transportation to NYH locations for patient care needs.
• Ability to work prolonged periods at a desk and on a computer, with standing and bending as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information recording
• Collect and process lab specimens, including venipuncture and diagnostic tests
• Record patients' vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations
• Sterilize medical equipment and instruments
• Assist providers and other support staff in the data entry process
• Assist physicians during visits with examinations and all office procedures
• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

EMR proficiency

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

High School Diploma

Tools

EMR System

Job description

New York Health (NYH) in New York is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to support patient intake, lab processing, vital signs, and prep for exams across multiple locations in NY.

You will assist providers, perform EKGs and point-of-care tests, sterilize equipment, and maintain accurate records. A Medical Assistant Certificate and HS diploma are required, with EMR experience preferred and bilingual skills a plus.