Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist

Stony-Brook-Community-Medical,-P; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gideon Schneck, MD - Ophthalmology in Stony Brook is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist for full-time work. Primary duties include patient intake, EMR documentation, medication handling, and coordinating appointments within ophthalmology services.

The position requires at least two years in a medical office, strong computer and EMR skills, and excellent communication. On-site duties are scheduled across various shifts in Stony Brook and Woodbury locations.

Qualifications

• At least two years of prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in a busy physician practice.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of both clerical and clinical practices and procedures.
• Candidate should have excellent computer skills and some knowledge of using an electronic medical record and various other computer applications needed to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Place patients in examination rooms and document the medication log, vitals and main visit reason in Cerner EMR.
• Perform screening and measuring procedures and record findings in the EMR.
• Assist the Lead Medical Assistant with physician flow to maintain schedule.
• Copy patient insurance cards and attach to requisitions.
• Maintain room cleanliness.
• Assist in obtaining reports, assessment reports and outside physician documentation.
• Schedule ancillary services and other procedures as needed.
• Maintain and scan patient charts into EMR.
• Call in prescription renewals and review with physician for changes.
• Secure medications/needles in locked cabinets and ensure timely follow up on results.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organizing

Time management

Teamwork and collaboration

Tools

EMR systems

Computer skills

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Job Responsibilities

• Place patients in the examination rooms and document for the physician the medication log , vitals and the main reason for the visit in Cerner EMR
• Perform screening and measuring procedures according to protocol. Record findings in the electronic medical record (EMR) Cerner system. Record pharmacy information for each patient for E-Prescribing.
• Assist the Lead Medical Assistant with flow of the physician to comply with schedule
• Copy patient insurance card to attach to requisition.
• Maintain room cleanliness.
• Assist in obtaining reports, assessment reports and or outside physician documentation..
• Schedule ancillary services and other procedures as needed.
• Maintain, scan patient charts into EMR
• Call in renewal of prescriptions as directed by physician. Review with physician for any changes needed.
• Secure all medication/needles to be in locked cabinet
• Ensure patient results and correspondences are reviewed in a timely manner by the physician and appropriate follow up is performed according to the physician's direction
• Assist in scanning of medical documentation.
• Ensure HIPAA guidelines are followed
• Necessary cross training to schedule patients for appointments.
• Front desk intake of patients for registration and exit for appointments

Salary Ranges

• $20-$24.98 per hour

Category Medical Assistant

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Gideon Schneck, MD - Ophthalmology

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position Requirements

Education and Experience

• At least twoyears of prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in a busy physician practice.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of both clerical and clinical practices and procedures
• Candidate should have excellent computer skills and some knowledge of using an electronic medical record and various other computer applications needed to perform the job

Requirements

Position is permanent and not flexible. Reliable transportation required.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication skills
• Compassion and understanding
• Planning and organizing
• Work and time management
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Flexibility with the ability to multi-task
• Information gathering and monitoring
• Initiative
• Integrity
• Teamwork and collaboration

Preferred Skills

• Computer skills, Knowledge of EMR
• Insurance knowledge
• Ability to multi task

Physical Demands

May spend a great deal of their professional day walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies. It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day. Bending or twisting of the body may also be a frequent occurrence. Must be able to sit for long periods of time, and must have manual dexterity to work computer systems and keyboard.

Shift Days

Tags Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:30-5:00 (Stony Brook) Wednesday 7:30-6:30 (Stony Brook) Friday 7:00-3:00 (starting in Woodbury ending in Stony Brook)

Salary Range $20-$24.98 per hour

Position Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist

Open Date 9/9/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.

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