Medical Assistant

Allied Digestive Health; New City (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Time-Off Benefits

EAP

401K

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Gastrointestinal Associates of Rockland in New City, NY is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support clinicians with patient prep, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling and recordkeeping.

The role requires strong communication, familiarity with EHRs, and the ability to manage administrative duties while delivering compassionate patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and basic medical office experience.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Familiarity with EHR systems and medical office software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations by taking vitals and recording histories.
• Assist providers during exams and procedures, including phlebotomy.
• Process, label and route specimens for testing following protocols.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control throughout the clinic.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments and coordinate with staff.
• Maintain accurate patient records and support billing/coding tasks.

Skills

Medical assisting

Phlebotomy

Specimen processing

Vital signs measurement

Effective communication

Phone answering & scheduling

Bilingual communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training program

CPR or First Aid certification

Tools

EHR systems familiarity

Job description

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Medical Assistant

GAR-Medical Assistant Full Time New City, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 3919

Salary Range: $24.00 To $28.00 Hourly

Job Description

The Medical Assistant plays a critical role in supporting healthcare providers by ensuring the smooth operation of clinical and administrative tasks within a medical facility. This position involves direct patient interaction, including preparing patients for examinations, taking vital signs, and assisting with medical procedures such as phlebotomy and specimen collection. The Medical Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean and sterile environment by properly sterilizing medical instruments and managing specimen processing. Additionally, this role requires effective communication skills to answer phones, schedule appointments, and coordinate with Nurse Practitioners and other healthcare staff. Ultimately, the Medical Assistant contributes to delivering high-quality patient care and enhancing the overall efficiency of the healthcare team.

We are excited to announce that we are looking for a Full Time, Medical Assistant at Gastrointestinal Associates of Rockland in New City, NY.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for examination by taking vital signs and recording medical histories.
• Assist healthcare providers, including Nurse Practitioners, during medical examinations and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy and draw blood samples following proper protocols and safety standards.
• Process and label specimens accurately for laboratory testing and ensure timely delivery.
• Sterilize and maintain medical instruments and equipment to comply with infection control guidelines.
• Manage patient communications by answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Support administrative tasks such as billing, coding, and inventory management as required.
• Take and record patients’ vital signs and medical histories accurately.
• Manage and update electronic health records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Utilize critical thinking to support patient care and resolve issues that arise during appointments.
• Answer multi-line phone calls and handle patient inquiries professionally.
• Retrieve and respond appropriately to patient voicemails and secure messages; elevate to the nurse when needed.
• Schedule office visits, referrals, imaging studies, and lab work.
• Prior authorizations for imaging studies, medications, and lab tests.
• Generate result letters to patients/send portal messages.
• Enter recalls for future office appointments, imaging studies, and procedures.

Skills:

The required skills such as Medical Assisting, phlebotomy, and specimen processing are essential for performing clinical duties accurately and safely, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with health standards. Proficiency with medical instruments and sterilization techniques helps maintain a hygienic environment, reducing the risk of infection. The ability to draw blood and measure vital signs allows the Medical Assistant to provide critical data to healthcare providers for diagnosis and treatment. Strong communication skills, including answering phones and coordinating with Nurse Practitioners, facilitate efficient patient flow and enhance the overall patient experience. Preferred skills like familiarity with EHR systems and bilingual communication further improve daily operations by streamlining documentation and expanding patient accessibility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a medical office or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of medical instruments, sterilization procedures, and vital signs measurement.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle patient interactions professionally.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working alongside Nurse Practitioners or in a similar clinical setting.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• Additional certifications such as CPR or First Aid.
• Bilingual abilities to assist a diverse patient population.
• Prior experience in specimen processing and laboratory coordination.

We offer competitive base salary, generous benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Voluntary, Time-Off Benefits, EAP, 401K and Commuter Benefits.