Medical Office Assistant

Catholic Health Services; Town of Islip (NY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Benefits package

Pension plan

Job summary

Catholic Health Physician Practices in New York is seeking a Medical Assistant who thrives in a team-based clinical setting. You will support patient care, prep exam rooms, take vitals, and assist with procedures while contributing to a compassionate, patient-centered experience.

This role combines clinical and administrative duties, with opportunities to grow within Catholic Health, a mission-driven organization committed to quality care and professional development.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Team player

Clinical skills

Education

NYS-accredited Medical Assistant program

Medical Assistant certification

BCLS certification

Job description

Overview

At Catholic Health Physician Practices, we believe in more than just providing medical care — we strive to build meaningful relationships with our patients and deliver compassionate, clinically excellent service across every touchpoint.

We’re currently seeking a Medical Assistant who is passionate about patient care and thrives in a team-oriented environment. If you're someone who enjoys both clinical and administrative responsibilities and wants to be part of a mission-driven healthcare team, we’d love to meet you.

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:

• 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 $22.87 - USD $29.13 /Hr.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a mission-driven organization rooted in compassion and excellence




• Work with a supportive, collaborative team that values your input




• Enjoy opportunities for growth and development within Catholic Health




• Make a real impact in patients’ lives every single day

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. 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.