Pediatrics Medical Assistant I — Patient Care & Support

Mount Sinai Morningside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant I to provide clinical office support to physicians and surgeons and to perform patient care as well as essential administrative duties. The role involves venipuncture, EKGs, vital signs, and EMR entry in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, scheduling and coordinating patient flow, maintaining supplies, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection-control standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with Medical Assistant certificate.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities such as venipuncture, EKGs, patient flow, and exam room support.
• Assists physicians with procedures, takes vital signs, and relays instructions to patients/families.
• Performs clerical tasks including EMR documentation, requisitions, and records management.
• Enters orders into EMR or prepares prescription refill requests for physician review.
• Manages medical supplies, room setup, sterilization, and safety compliance.

Skills

Venipuncture

EKG

BCLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED with Medical Assistant certificate

Certificate of Medical Assistant training or equivalent

Job description

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant I to provide clinical office support to physicians and surgeons and to perform patient care as well as essential administrative duties. The role involves venipuncture, EKGs, vital signs, and EMR entry in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, scheduling and coordinating patient flow, maintaining supplies, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection-control standards.