Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Opportunity

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Assistant to support our client's medical facility in Lake Success, NY (11042). This is a 3+ month contract assignment (convertible to permanent based on your work performance). And a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organisation!

Specific Duties:

• Taking vital signs accurately
• Phlebotomy and specimen collection
• Performing EKGs
• Administering/assisting with vaccinations and injections
• Performing basic point-of-care testing (urinalysis, glucose, rapid tests, etc.)
• Patient intake and rooming
• Medication reconciliation and documenting medical histories
• Using an EMR/EHR, especially Epic
• Maintaining infection control and following HIPAA/safety procedures
• Preparing exam rooms and maintaining supplies
• Compassionate and empathetic

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of preferred experience
• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Current BLS certification (through an approved American Heart Association Training Centre or the
• Proven good communication and customer service skills
• Experience with phlebotomy, EKGs, POCT, urinalysis, and other back-office procedures.

What Skills/Attributes Are Nice To Have, And Will Set A Candidate Apart?

• Basic computer literacy required, with intermediate Excel skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• The ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies is required
• Good communication and customer service skills required
• Preferred Education. Experience & Skills
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant

Additional Information:

• Location: Lake Success, NY (11042)
• Job Type: 3+ months contract-to-hire
• Schedule: 5 days (Mon-Fri)
• Shifts: 8 AM – 5 PM
• Pay Range: $20-$22/hr. on W2

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.