Medical Office Assistant

Catholic Health; Merrick (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Pension/retirement plan

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Catholic Health in New York is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support patient care and front-office tasks in a busy practice. You will prepare exam rooms, review schedules, escort patients, record vitals, and assist with EKGs and in-office testing.

The ideal candidate has a NYS-accredited MA program, a high school diploma, and BCLS certification, with clinical phlebotomy and aseptic technique skills. A teamwork mindset is essential to delivering quality care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from NYS-accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Current Medical Assistant certification preferred (NHA, AMT, AAMA, NCCT).
• BCLS certification (in-person training only, American Heart Association).
• Strong clinical skills including phlebotomy and aseptic technique.
• Team-first attitude and commitment to providing respectful, quality care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms: sanitize, stock supplies, and ensure medications/vaccines are ready for the day.
• Review upcoming appointments and identify gaps in care (mammograms, colonoscopies, immunizations, etc.).
• Escort patients to rooms and manage patient flow to maximize efficiency.
• Take and record vitals, patient history, allergies, medications, and current concerns.
• Assist with procedures, including EKGs, Holter monitors, and in-office testing.
• Collect and process lab specimens; track and document results.
• Perform quality control on equipment and testing materials.
• Help at the front desk when needed — greeting patients, answering phones, verifying insurance.
• Collaborate with providers and the care team to ensure the best patient outcomes.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Aseptic technique

Vital signs

Patient care

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

NYS-accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will support patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure smooth and efficient practice operations.

Job Details

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our clinical team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care and keeping our practice running smoothly. Your day-to-day work will directly impact our patients’ health and experience.

• Prepare exam rooms: sanitize, stock supplies, and ensure medications/vaccines are ready for the day
• Review upcoming appointments and identify gaps in care (mammograms, colonoscopies, immunizations, etc.)
• Escort patients to rooms and manage patient flow to maximize efficiency
• Take and record vitals, patient history, allergies, medications, and current concerns
• Assist with procedures, including EKGs, Holter monitors, and in-office testing
• Collect and process lab specimens; track and document results
• Perform quality control on equipment and testing materials
• Help at the front desk when needed — greeting patients, answering phones, verifying insurance
• Collaborate with providers and the care team to ensure the best patient outcomes

What You Bring

• High School diploma and/or GED required
• Graduation from a NYS-accredited Medical Assistant program is required
• Current Medical Assistant certification preferred (NHA, AMT, AAMA, NCCT)
• BCLS certification (in-person training only, American Heart Association)
• Strong clinical skills including phlebotomy and aseptic technique
• A team-first attitude and commitment to providing respectful, quality care

Salary Range

USD $26.00 - USD $30.00 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.