Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: Long Island City, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | 8:00 AM–7:00 PM | Monday–Friday | 5 Shifts/Week | 55 Hours/Week
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Pay Rate: $17–$19/hr
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support, assist physicians with patient care, and maintain accurate medical records.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant certificate program.
Medical Assistant certificate from an approved school.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Proficiency in venipuncture, phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and telephone etiquette skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with multicultural patients and patients with language barriers.
Ability to adapt to a changing healthcare environment.
English and Spanish language skills required.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.
Responsibilities
Provide patient care by taking vital signs, performing venipuncture and EKGs, collecting and processing specimens, and conducting point-of-care testing.
Assist physicians with examinations and medical procedures.
Prepare examination rooms and instruments according to sterilization and infection control protocols.
Support patient flow by reviewing schedules, escorting patients, and assisting patients with mobility and other needs.
Communicate patient instructions and relevant information to patients and their families.
Maintain accurate patient records, charts, test results, and clinical documentation.
Enter orders into the electronic medical record (EMR) system and prepare prescription refill requests for physician review.
Schedule appointments and procedures, update registration details, and verify insurance information.
Assist with pre-certifications, referrals, pre-admission documentation, and consent forms.
Manage medical supply inventory, restock supplies, and check expiration dates.
Maintain logs for medication refrigeration, sterilization, and point-of-care testing.
Follow HIPAA regulations, hospital policies, personal protective equipment requirements, and infection control standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.