Lead Medical Assistant

Catholic Health; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Tuition assistance and employer-funded

growth opportunities

Job summary

Catholic Health Physician Practices is seeking a compassionate Medical Office Assistant with 3+ years of physician-practice experience. The role supports providers, assists with clinical procedures, and helps ensure a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, reviewing patient records, documenting vital signs, and performing phlebotomy and EKGs. Join a team focused on quality care in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a New York State-accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• BLS for providers from American Heart Association required.
• National Medical Assistant certification preferred (NHA, AMT, AAMA, or NCCT).
• Strong organizational, communication, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and maintain supplies and cleanliness.
• Review patient schedules, medical records, and preventive care needs.
• Escort patients and document vital signs, medications, allergies, symptoms, and medical history.
• Review test results and report abnormal findings to providers.
• Collect and process lab specimens while maintaining accurate records.
• Perform and assist with EKGs, Holter monitoring, phlebotomy, and other clinical procedures.
• Assist with patient check-in, phone calls, and insurance verification.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to maintain efficient daily operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Patient service

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

NY State-accredited Medical Assistant program

BLS for providers (American Heart Association)

National Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Lead Medical Assistant - Must have 3+ yrs of experience working in a physician practice.

Catholic Health Physician Practices

We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Office Assistant to support providers, assist with clinical procedures, and ensure a positive patient experience.

Job Details

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare exam rooms and maintain supplies and cleanliness.


• Review patient schedules, medical records, and preventive care needs.


• Escort patients and document vital signs, medications, allergies, symptoms, and medical history.


• Review test results and report abnormal findings to providers.


• Collect and process lab specimens while maintaining accurate records.


• Perform and assist with EKGs, Holter monitoring, phlebotomy, and other clinical procedures.


• Assist with patient check-in, phone calls, and insurance verification.


• Collaborate with the healthcare team to maintain efficient daily operations.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED Required


• Completion of a New York State-accredited Medical Assistant program required.


• BLS for providers from American Heart Association required.


• National Medical Assistant certification preferred (NHA, AMT, AAMA, or NCCT).


• Strong organizational, communication, and patient service skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive pay and benefits.


• Tuition assistance and an employer-funded pension plan.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Salary Range

USD $27.00 - USD $32.00 /Hr.

Join Catholic Health and make a difference by providing compassionate, high-quality care to our community.

The salary range listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job, and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits, substantial tuition assistance, an employer-funded pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.