Medical Assistant: Patient Care, Lab & EKG Support

Astera Cancer Care; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from Day 1

Dental and vision

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401k

PTO

8 paid holidays (including 2 floating)

Job summary

New York Health (NYH) in North Massapequa, NY, is hiring a Medical Assistant to join our outpatient team. You will manage patient intakes, record vital signs, collect specimens, and support providers during visits.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, EKGs, patient preparation, sterilization, and data entry. Requires Medical Assistant Certificate and HS diploma; EMR proficiency preferred and reliable transportation to NYH locations.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certificate and a High School Diploma are required or equivalent.
• Preference for proficiency with EMR systems.
• Must be able to sit for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of standard precautions and PPE when handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

EMR system proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

High School Diploma

Job description

New York Health (NYH) in North Massapequa, NY, is hiring a Medical Assistant to join our outpatient team. You will manage patient intakes, record vital signs, collect specimens, and support providers during visits.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, EKGs, patient preparation, sterilization, and data entry. Requires Medical Assistant Certificate and HS diploma; EMR proficiency preferred and reliable transportation to NYH locations.