Medical Assistant - Frontline Cancer Care & Diagnostics

New York Health; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from day one

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401k

PTO and 8 paid holidays

Job summary

New York Health is seeking a Medical Assistant in Patchogue, NY. The role supports patient intake, specimen collection, vital signs, preparation for exams, and sterilization of equipment. You will assist clinicians during visits, perform EKGs and point-of-care tests, and handle data entry.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant Certificate plus a High School Diploma. EMR proficiency is preferred, and the position requires lifting up to 50 pounds and reliable transportation to NYH locations.

Qualifications

• Must have Medical Assistant Certificate and a High School Diploma.
• Proficiency with an EMR system is preferred.
• Wear PPE and follow standard precautions.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient intakes and record information.
• Collect and process lab specimens and diagnostic tests.
• Record patients' vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations.
• Sterilize medical equipment and instruments.
• Assist providers with data entry and office procedures.
• Assist physicians during visits.
• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

EMR proficiency

PPE knowledge

Vital signs

EKG testing

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

High School Diploma

Job description

New York Health is seeking a Medical Assistant in Patchogue, NY. The role supports patient intake, specimen collection, vital signs, preparation for exams, and sterilization of equipment. You will assist clinicians during visits, perform EKGs and point-of-care tests, and handle data entry.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant Certificate plus a High School Diploma. EMR proficiency is preferred, and the position requires lifting up to 50 pounds and reliable transportation to NYH locations.