Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Location: Lake Grove, NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hour shifts; Mon-Fri between 7:30am-6pm

Organization: New York Health (NYH) - PCP

In this role, you will:

• Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information recording
• Collect and process lab specimens, including venipuncture and diagnostic tests
• Record patients' vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations
• Sterilize medical equipment and instruments
• Assist providers and other support staff in the data entry process
• Assist physicians during visits with examinations and all office procedures
• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing
• Other duties as assigned

We require:

• High School Diploma
• Proficiency with an EMR system (Preferred)
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching
• Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Reliable transportation to travel to NYH locations for patient care needs

What we offer:

Salary: Starting at $22 per hour

Benefits: Including health insurance from day one, dental and vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401k, generous PTO, 8 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays), and more.

Join us at NYH, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.