Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist

Stony Brook Administrative Services; Wyandanch (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits/PTO

Job summary

Stony Brook Administrative Services Wyandanch Pediatrics is seeking a Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist to coordinate daily clinical operations and support front desk scheduling, ensuring high-quality patient care.

The role requires 3+ years in a busy physician practice, EMR experience (Cerner), EKG skills, strong computer literacy, and bilingual ability to serve diverse patients.

Qualifications

• At least three 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.
• Skills and competency in performing the EKGs.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate lead Medical Assistant for need of placing 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, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature and EKG; record findings in Cerner and E-Prescribing data.
• Assist the Lead Medical Assistant with the physician's flow to maintain schedule.
• Draw blood when necessary and copy patient insurance cards for requisitions.
• Maintain room cleanliness and assist in obtaining radiology reports and outside physician documentation.
• Schedule ancillary services and other procedures; scan patient charts into EMR.
• Call in renewal of prescriptions as directed by physician and review changes.
• Secure all medications/needles in a locked cabinet and ensure timely follow-up on results.

Skills

EKG competency

Bilingual

Computer skills

EMR knowledge

Medical terminology

Clerical/clinical skills

Tools

Cerner EMR

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

Responsible for the daily coordination of the clinical aspects of the medical office while collaborating with the front desk scheduling to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction and care.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate lead Medical Assistant for need of placing 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. This may include, but is not limited to height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, EKG. 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
• Draw blood when necessary. Copy patient insurance card to attach to requisition.
• Maintain room cleanliness.
• Assist in obtaining radiology 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
• Cover lunch schedules of Medical Assistants
• Assist in scanning of medical documentation such as EKG, Spirometer, etc.
• Ensure HIPAA guidelines are followed
• Necessary cross training to schedule patients for appointments.
• Front desk intake of patients for registration and exit for appointments

Category

Medical Assistant

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Location

Wyandanch Pediatrics - Pediatrics

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Position Requirements

Education and Experience

• At least three 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
• Skills and competency in performing the EKG’s
• Bilingual preferred

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, word, excel
• Insurance knowledge
• Ability to multi task
• Certification in Medical Assistant
• Certification in Phlebotomy

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

-not applicable-

Tags

Located in Wyandanch, Benefits/PTO, Bilingual required

Salary Range

$20.00-$24.98 per hour.

Position

Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist

Open Date

10/12/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.