Medical Assistant

Pride Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

A healthcare organization in New York is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform a variety of clinical and administrative tasks. The role involves patient care responsibilities, including assisting with procedures, taking vital signs, and managing patient records. Candidates must have a High School Diploma/GED and a Medical Assistant certification, with BLS certification preferred. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $15 to $25 per hour and is expected to last for three months, with a possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency with Medical Assistant certification.
• BLS certification is required.
• Skills in medical terminology and interpersonal communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks like venipuncture, taking vital signs, and assisting patients.
• Manage clerical duties including handling patient records and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communications skills

Ability to communicate effectively with multicultural and language-deficit patients

Proficient in medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines

Knowledge of electronic medical record or billing systems

Education

High School Diploma/GED with completion of an approved Medical Assistant certificate course

Medical Assistant certificate from an approved school

BLS certification from AHA

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

Job title: Medical Assistant

Job location: New York, NY 10025

Shift: Day: Monday-Friday

Pay: $15-$25/hr

Length: 3 months, Possible Extension.

Education:

High School Diploma/GED with completion of an approved Medical Assistant certificate course

Licensing and Certification Requirements

Medical Assistant certificate from an approved school

BLS certification – Required Issuing Authority: AHA

Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively with multicultural and language-deficit patients

Effective interpersonal and communications skills required

Proficient in medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines

Knowledge of electronic medical record or billing systems preferred, but not required.

Duties:

1. Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: performing venipuncture and/or EKGs, checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assisting patients as needed with walking, transferring and dressing, as well as collecting and processing specimens and point of care testing, preparing for exam, etc. Assists physicians with various procedures, takes vital signs, relays instructions to patients and or families; answers calls and provides pertinent information.
2. Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending and receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc. Completing forms and requisitions as needed, managing charts to ensure information is completed and filed appropriately.
3. Enters orders into the electronic medical record (EMR) system or prepares prescription refill requests on behalf of the physician for the review and approval by the ordering physician.
4. Inventories, orders or re-stocks medical supplies as applicable.
5. Provides set-up of examination room and instruments in accordance with proper sterilization techniques established by hospital and infection control policies.
6. Maintains logging system as required for refrigeration of medications, point of care testing, sterilization process, crash cart, point of care testing or others as needed.
7. Checks expiration dates on all medications and medical supplies disposing appropriately as per institution policy.
8. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations.
9. Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infections body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation and other hazardous substances.
10. Assists in the maintenance of medical charts (filing, Op Reports, test results, home care forms).
11. May schedule surgeries/procedures or work in conjunction with Surgical Coordinator verifying times with patients; preparing charts, pre-admissions and consent forms as necessary.
12. May be required to perform proficient phlebotomy duties.
13. May perform appointment scheduling and registration for patients as well as updating patient demographic and insurance information.
14. May maintain, adjust and confirm patient office schedule.
15. May check and verify and update insurance information utilizing internal or web sources.
16. May perform and verify pre-certification for procedures as necessary.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.