Medical Assistant - In Patient Pediatric Acute/Adolescent Part-time Evening Shift

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Stony Brook University Hospital is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant for the In Patient Pediatric Acute/Adolescent unit on the Evening Shift (1500-2330). Responsibilities include clinical and clerical support, patient prep, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen processing, and assisting physicians under supervision.

The role requires completing a Medical Assistant program or one year of relevant clinical/clerical healthcare experience, with preferred EMR experience and MA certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum: one year of full-time clinical and clerical experience in a health care setting.
• Minimum: completion of a college, university, technical or vocational medical assistant program.
• Preferred: EMR experience.
• Preferred: BLS or Heart Saver certification.
• Preferred: Current certification for Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties including vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy and specimen processing.
• Greet and direct patients, answer phones, and assist with clerical tasks.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians during procedures.
• Maintain patient room cleanliness and supply inventory.
• Adhere to HIPAA and hospital policies.

Skills

One year experience

Medical assistant program completed

EMR experience

BLS/Heart Saver

MA certification

Education

Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant - In Patient Pediatric Acute/Adolescent Part-time Evening Shift (2504708)

Medical Assistant - In Patient Pediatric Acute/Adolescent Part-time Evening Shift

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, our Medical Assistants perform clinical, laboratory, and clerical support activities in our Hospital. Incumbents assist physicians or other medical personnel in providing patient care, preparing patients for procedures and examinations, recording vital patient data, and performing standardized routine laboratory procedures such as phlebotomy, patient specimen collection, and specimen processing. Incumbents also perform routine support activities such as greeting and directing patients, producing reports, answering telephones, gathering and entering data.

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Non-supervisory; performs clinical duties at least 50% of the time in accordance with prescribed procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

Medical Assistants function under the direct supervision and guidance of nursing personnel in the performance of assigned dutiesphysicians, and other medical personnel. The supervisor oversees and instructs them in how to perform special procedures and techniques, spot-checks work and provides overall direction, control and guidance. Abnormal findings or conditions are referred to the supervisor for review, confirmation, and further intervention. Medical Assistants must share pertinent information regarding patient care with physicians and nursing personnel. During an emergency situation, these positions are expected to immediately get the assistance of physicians and nursing personnel but their assistance to gather the necessary equipment during such situations may be required.

Clinical and Supportive Activities:

Perform screening and measuring procedures, which include but is not limited to, height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, EKG and documentation of above.

Ensure the cleanliness for each patient room.

Order supplies as needed.

Prepares patient for exam or laboratory test. Answers routine questions relative to procedures and assists physician with the examination process, including chaperoning patients during clinical exams.

Prepares and distributes patient information packets relating to the nature of the specific illness and/or medical procedure.

Assists patientwho have difficulty ambulating.Escorts and transports patient to other areas.

Checks lab orders, processes patient orders and performs specimen collection per order.

Pre-cleans, prepares, and high level disinfects instruments according to established procedures and disposes of contaminated supplies in accordance with established procedures.

Assist physician with procedures.

Under the direction of a registered nurse/physician, obtains peripherally drawn blood specimens; obtains and transmits 12 lead EKG; obtains, documents, and notifies registered nurse regarding blood glucose level results obtained via point of care testing; and performs glucometer quality control checks per established policies.

Adheres to hospital policy regarding HIPPA, OSHA, Universal precautions, and proper Patient Identification as per SBUH policy and procedure.

Summons assistance in emergency situations and obtains needed equipment.

Does not perform duties that involve use of professional judgment, critical thinking, assessment, or provision of skilled care.

Support Activities:

Greets patients and family, directs and escorts them to appropriate locations, and responds to routine visitor questions, monitors patient flow and communicates with patient as needed.

Answers phones, screens and routes calls as appropriate, and takes complete and accurate messages. Refers problematic phone calls to appropriate party, pages, staff, and contacts other areas of hospital as necessary for information.

Maintains stock in patient care area, conducts inventory, and reorders medical and office supplies based on established requirements using automated and manual purchase order processes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

On or before the date of filing your application, you must have:

Either 1: one year of full time experience performing clinical and clerical support activities in a health care setting.

Or 2: completion of a college, university, technical school or vocational school medical assistant program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with EMR.

BLS or Heart Saver certification.

Current certification for Medical Assistant.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be physically capable of safely executing the duties and responsibilities required of the position. Physical demands may include: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking, lifting, pushing and/or transferring of patients.

Lifting supplies/equipment.

Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching.

Posting Overview

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days.An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date,the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination

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Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at [phone].

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Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

• Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

Job Number:

2504708

Official Job Title : Medical Assistant

Job Field

Nursing Support

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Pediatric Acute/Adolescent

Schedule

Part-time

Shift

Evening Shift

Shift Hours : 1500-2330

Pass Days : Every Other Weekend, Variable

Posting Start Date

Sep 18, 2026

Posting End Date

Oct 3, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Salary : $40391 / year

Salary Grade : SG8