Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant – Full-Time Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island Locations:

Ronkonkoma (Primary) & Garden City (1-2 days/week)

Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island is a premier, minimally invasive spinal surgery practice providing world-class, cutting-edge spinal care to the Tri-State area. As we continue to expand across Nassau and Suffolk Counties, we are seeking a positive, friendly, and hardworking full-time Medical Assistant to join our team. Position Overview:

We are looking for a motivated Medical Assistant to become an essential part of our team. In this role, you will perform both administrative and clinical tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our medical facility. This includes patient interaction, managing patient records, and assisting medical providers. Key Responsibilities:

Greet patients and provide necessary paperwork for completion

Interview patients and document medical histories

Prepare patient records in advance of visits by ensuring required radiology/lab results are entered into the medical record for doctor review

Organize and schedule appointments efficiently

Update insurance information and patient demographics, including verifying insurance

Ensure knowledge of medical terminology for accurate documentation

Handle authorizations for medications and radiology services

Prepare disability forms and other required paperwork

Produce and distribute correspondence, memos, faxes, and forms

Assist with busy phone lines and patient inquiries

Prepare and maintain clean medical rooms

Scan documents into patient charts

Assist providers with preparing and administering injections

Note:

No phlebotomy or EKG setup required for this position

Qualifications:

Prior experience in a medical assistant role or similar healthcare environment preferred

Knowledge of medical terminology required

Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and scanning programs; comfortable using Apple iPads

Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills with strong attention to detail

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment

Must have reliable transportation; travel between Ronkonkoma and Garden City offices 1-2 times a week

Ability to work collaboratively as an efficient team member

Experience handling high patient volumes and busy clinical schedules

Willing to be trained on our cloud-based EMR (Electronic Medical Records) system

Bilingual (Spanish) skills preferred but not required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods

Frequent use of medical equipment and office devices

Job Details:

Hours:

Full-time position, exact schedule may vary (30-39 hours/week)

Remote Work:

Not available

Benefits:

Eligibility for benefits after a waiting period (specific benefits may apply)

Our Workplace Culture:

Detail-Oriented:

We prioritize quality and accuracy

Outcome-Driven:

We value high performance and results

People-Centered:

We maintain a supportive, fairness-driven environment

Team-Oriented:

We work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our patients