OB/GYN Medical Assistant – Clinical & Lab Care

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and/or laboratory duties in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves patient prep, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling, and assisting clinicians under supervision.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of clinical and clerical experience or completed a medical assistant program. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience performing clinical and clerical support activities in a health care setting, or completion of a medical assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients; obtain and record information and vital signs.
• Perform basic clinical duties (blood draws, EKGs, basic lab techniques) under supervision.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist physicians during examinations.
• Process orders, schedule follow-ups, and maintain charts and logs.

Skills

Patient communication

Clerical support

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

CAIS / Laboratory Info System

Job description

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and/or laboratory duties in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves patient prep, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling, and assisting clinicians under supervision.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of clinical and clerical experience or completed a medical assistant program. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced hospital environment.