Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Northwell Health; Glendale (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care under physician and nurse supervision, prepare patients for exams, obtain and record diagnostic test results, and assist in coordinating care within the medical record.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, maintaining exam rooms, and handling filing and administrative tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program with certificate or 1–3 years MA/EMT/CNA experience.
• Experience with medical record filing and basic clerical duties is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with health care team to coordinate patient care and document visit notes.
• Performs vital signs, measurements, and basic screening procedures.
• Collects specimens and assists with laboratory and provider orders.
• Maintains clean, stocked examination rooms and supports administrative tasks.
• Adheres to infection control protocols and universal precautions.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training program certificate

Job description

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care under physician and nurse supervision, prepare patients for exams, obtain and record diagnostic test results, and assist in coordinating care within the medical record.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, maintaining exam rooms, and handling filing and administrative tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.