Medical Office Assistant- Queens, NY (TEMP) FlexStaff

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and support clinical operations. In this vital role, you will prepare treatment rooms, assist clinicians during examinations, and ensure adherence to infection control standards. Your contributions will enhance patient experiences and streamline operational efficiency. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment where your skills will make a significant impact on patient care and operational success. Join a team committed to excellence and patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of medical assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares treatment rooms and ensures cleanliness.
• Records findings in patient medical records.
• Assists clinician during examinations and procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Clerical Duties

Infection Control Standards

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Course

Job description

Performs direct patient care under the supervision of a physician or appropriate clinician. Performs related clerical duties supporting operational needs. Phlebotomy Certifications & MOA Certifications are preferred
Responsibilities:

• Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and availability of appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Interviews patient to obtain medical information and perform measurement and screening procedures.
• Prepares patient for examination and treatment.
• Obtains patient’s height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, head circumference, and other required vital statistics.
• Records findings in patient medical record and informs clinician of findings.
• Obtains specimens from patient, as directed by clinician.
• Collects blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens. Completes requisitions, labels and routes specimens according to established procedures.
• Performs electrocardiograms (EKGs), as required.
• Assists clinician during examination, procedures and treatment, as required.
• Secures required supplies, tools and equipment for specific procedures.
• Ensures patient is appropriately draped and positioned.
• Provides requested instruments to clinician during procedure. Assists in positioning and holding patient, as required.
• Assists patient after examination, procedure or treatment.
• Prepares, sterilizes and calibrates equipment. Informs Supervisor of malfunctioning equipment.
• Strictly adheres to infection control standards in the performance of duties.
• Performs related clerical duties supporting operational needs.
• Participates in patient registration, as required. Processes insurance forms, certifications, physician orders, prescriptions, etc.
• Ensures required patient information and documentation is available in medical records.
• Schedules and confirms patient appointments.
• Places, receives and directs phone calls.
• Files, copies, and distributes documentation, as required.
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Successful completion of a six (6) month to one (1) year course in Medical Assisting at an accredited school OR 1- 3 years of medical assistant experience, required.
• Phlebotomy Certifications & MOA Certifications are preferred.
  

*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).