Medical Assistant

SB CLINICAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT PLAN INC; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

SB CLINICAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT PLAN INC in Commack, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinical staff in a fast-paced pediatric service. You will perform routine clinical and clerical tasks, document vitals, and assist with exams.

The role requires high school diploma or MA program graduate, strong customer service, and EMR experience. Schedule is full-time with shift variety including evenings and some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Exceptional customer service and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to maintain timely patient flow with organized systems.
• Computer and EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Place patients in examination rooms and document vitals and visit reasons in the EMR.
• Perform basic screening measurements (height, weight, BP, pulse, temp).
• Prepare patients and equipment for exams and procedures.
• Collect blood or other specimens as ordered and perform routine lab tests.
• Enter orders into EMR and coordinate with providers.
• Explain procedures, medications, and instructions to patients clearly.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and stock supplies; ensure HIPAA/OSHA compliance.
• Answer phones and schedule appointments; manage telephone encounters with staff.

Skills

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

EMR experience

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Medical Assistant - Stony Brook Children’s Service, UFPC

Location: Commack, NY

Schedule: Full Time

Days/Hours: Work shifts are scheduled within the hours of 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM. 1–2 evening shifts per week (ending at 8:00 PM) and 1–2 Saturdays per month are required. Schedules are communicated in advance to support planning and work‑life balance.

Pay: $20.28 – $25.34

SUMMARY

This position requires the medical assistant to provide support to physicians and other clinical staff. The Medical Assistant performs routine clinical and clerical work.

Job Duties & Essential Functions

• Place patients in the examination rooms and document using the electronic medical record, medications, vitals and main reason for the visit.
• Perform screening and measuring procedures, which include but is not limited to height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature.
• Assist with setting up and preparing the patient and equipment for exams and special procedures as needed.
• Collect blood or other laboratory specimens as requested by physician.
• Perform routine laboratory tests.
• Enter proposed orders into Electrical Medical Record for licensed independent provider review and approval.
• Obtain previous test results from outside labs, radiology, physicians’ offices, etc.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians’ instructions to the patient in a clear and effective manner.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies according to regulations.
• Maintain an adequate supply of medical inventory in each exam room.
• Ensure the cleanliness of each exam room.
• Prepare rooms after each patient and for specific procedures as needed.
• Order supplies as needed.
• Ensure HIPAA and OSHA guidelines are followed at all times.
• Perform administrative duties when needed; answering phones, scheduling appointments, etc.
• Create and update telephone encounters when reporting and responding to patients’ medical concerns and requests; forward to appropriate staff and medical providers.
• Adhere to protocol for patient flow (1. Reception, 2. Registration, 3. Triage, 4. Labs, 5. Escort to Provider).
• Adhere to Visit Completion Protocol (1. Receive encounter and referral forms, 2. Schedule next appointments, 3. Schedule outside referrals at appointed time, 4. Update visit log).
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must have exceptional customer service and telephone etiquette.
• Must have ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.
• Must have computer and/or EMR experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with patients, staff and medical providers. The employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. This position is active and requires the employee to constantly move about in the office to assist patients, staff and medical providers. Any additional physical demands will be outlined and provided by management.

EEO and Harassment Policy

CPMP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. CPMP expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status. Improper interference with the ability of CPMP’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.