Medical Assistant

Stony Brook Administrative Services; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Surgical Associates - Surgery is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians with patient care and clinical/administrative tasks. Responsibilities include patient flow, collecting histories, taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and assisting with minor procedures while maintaining exam rooms.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, medical assisting credentials with EKG/phlebotomy certifications, and strong EMR proficiency; bilingual ability is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; medical assistant diploma preferred.
• Certifications in Medical Assisting, EKGs and Phlebotomy required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and EMR systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules, organize patient flow, room patients.
• Collect history, medications, reason for visit; chart in EMR.
• Take vital signs, perform EKGs, set up equipment; maintain rooms.
• Assist with minor procedures and handle specimens.
• Send/receive medical records and ensure timely physician review.

Skills

Bilingual

Patient care

Clerical tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Diploma

EKG/Phlebotomy Certifications

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

General Summary:

Responsible for performing a variety of duties that may be both clinical and administrative tasks. This includes assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Expected to provide information to patients so that they benefit from the clinical services.

Essential Functions:

• Check schedules, organize patient flow, room patients.
• Collect patient history including medications and reason for visit, chart in EMR, relay information
• Check vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature), measure height and weight, take EKGs
• Set up equipment, maintain cleanliness of exam rooms, order supplies, keep exam rooms stocked
• Assist with minor procedures, handle specimens, do CLIA waived tests
• Send and receive medical records, obtain Lab & Test Results
• Ensure patient results are reviewed by physician in a timely manner, provide appropriate followup as directed
• Follow HIPAA guidelines
• Other duties as necessary

Salary Range: $20-$24.98 per hour

Category Medical Assistant

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Suffolk Surgical Associates - Surgery

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Medical Assistant Diploma from accredited institution or community college
• Appropriate Certifications in Medical Assisting, EKGs and Phlebotomy
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Computer skills including knowledge of EMRs

Experience:

• Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility or provider's office
• And/or documented evidence of externship in a medical office
• EKGs, vital signs, venipuncture experience
• Bilingual required

Physical Demands:

Medical Assistants may spend a great deal of their professional day walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies. It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day. Bending or twisting of the body may also be a frequent occurrence.

Shift -not applicable-

Open Date 10/12/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.