Medical Assistant - In Patient Pre Surgical Admissions Per Diem Day Shift

Stony Brook University Medical Center; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant in the In Patient Pre Surgical Admissions unit for a per diem day shift. The role involves clinical, laboratory, and clerical support in a hospital setting, including patient prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and EMR documentation.

The position emphasizes assisting physicians, performing routine lab procedures, and coordinating patient information packets while ensuring HIPAA and safety policies are followed.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time clinical and clerical health-care experience OR completion of an MA program.
• Experience with EMR systems preferred.
• Current Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical, laboratory, and clerical duties as part of the hospital team.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, record vital signs, and assist in procedures.
• Collect specimens (phlebotomy) and process lab orders and reports.
• Greet and direct patients, answer phones, and manage patient flow and data entry.

Skills

Clinical support

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Data entry

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant - In Patient Pre Surgical Admissions Per Diem Day Shift (2603788)

Medical Assistant - In Patient Pre Surgical Admissions Per Diem Day 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.

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 duties physicians, 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.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

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.

• 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.

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.

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare—a Program in Public Health,as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital,Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, andmore than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and workingenvironment. 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.

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Job Number:

2603788

Job Field

Nursing Support

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Pre Surgical Admissions

Schedule

Per Diem Day Shift Shift Hours : 0500-1330 Pass Days : Sat, Sun

Posting Start Date

Oct 16, 2026

Posting End Date

Oct 31, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Salary Grade

SG8