Medical Assistant

Christopher’s Reason; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Christopher's Reason, a licensed outpatient facility, is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to join our medical team. You will support doctors and patients through administrative and clinical tasks, including vital signs, glucose monitoring, and basic lab tests, while maintaining accurate patient records.

We value professional, compassionate staff; BLS certification is required. Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience; please provide certificates and references

Qualifications

• Certificate as Medical Assistant required.
• BLS certification (CPR and First Aid) required or in process.
• Proficient in measuring and recording vital signs.
• Experience with Substance Use Disorder care preferred.
• Maintain required certifications and continuing education.
• Observing patients take medications per protocols.
• Work well in a fast-paced community setting.
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and comfort of clients and enforce company policies.
• Submit daily shift reports and brief the team on changes.
• Assist with medical administrative tasks: calls, scheduling, patient records.
• Take patient vital signs and glucose monitoring.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and blood draws.
• Prepare and assist healthcare providers during visits.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

BLS CPR First Aid

Vital Signs

Substance Use Disorder experience

Certification maintenance

Medication Observation

Fast-paced environment

Punctuality & dependability

Job description

Christopher's Reason is a licensed OASAS 822 Outpatient facility that specializes in treating individuals who struggle with addiction. We are seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to join our team. We are equipped with a full medical, clinical, and peer support team. The ideal candidate who is professional and passionate about helping those we serve. Some responsibilities include but are not limited to providing administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of our medical department. You will support doctors and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication.

Please provide certificates and references along with your resume. Only Certified Medical Assistant's will be considered for this position. Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Only serious inquiries need to apply.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintaining the safety and comfort of our clients, cleanliness, and ensuring the company policies and guidelines are being implemented and followed.
• Submit daily shift reports and brief the team of any changes.
• Assist with medical administrative tasks, including managing and answering medical-related calls, scheduling appointments, and maintaining patient records.
• Perform clinical tasks, including taking patient vital signs and glucose monitoring.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as Quest urine tests and blood draws.
• Prepare and assist healthcare providers during patient visits.

Skill and Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant.
• Basic life support: Certification in basic life support (BLS) techniques, including CPR and first aid.
• Vital Signs: Proficient in measuring and recording vital signs accurately.
• Substance Use Disorder experience (preferred).
• Holds and maintains required certification(s) and completes required continuing education.
• Medication Observation: Proficient in observing patients take their medications following established protocols.
• Excels at operating in a fast pace, community environment.
• Maintain excellent punctuality and dependability skills.