MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

Medical Office AssistantLocation: NYC, NY Duration: 2 months Contract Schedule: Mon - Fri 8-4pm Hourly rate: $21/ hour on W2 NegotiableJob SummaryProvides clinical and administrative support to physicians and surgeons. Assists with patient care, medical procedures, documentation, and office operations. Helps ensure efficient patient flow and quality patient care.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient care, including:Performing venipuncture/phlebotomy and EKGs.Taking and recording vital signs.Preparing patients for examinations and procedures.Assisting patients with walking, transferring, and dressing.Collecting and processing specimens.Performing point-of-care testing.Assisting physicians during procedures.Relaying instructions to patients and families.Manage patient flow by reviewing schedules and coordinating appointments.Answer telephone calls and provide appropriate information to patients.Maintain and update medical records, charts, and documentation.Obtain and process lab reports, X-ray reports, hospital notes, referrals, and other medical records.Complete forms, requisitions, and other required documentation.Enter physician orders into the EMR system.Prepare prescription refill requests for physician review and approval.Schedule surgeries and procedures when required.Coordinate with surgical staff to verify procedure times with patients.Prepare patient charts, pre-admission documents, and consent forms.Schedule and register patients.Update patient demographic and insurance information.Verify insurance coverage and assist with pre-certification for procedures.Maintain, adjust, and confirm patient office schedules.Inventory, order, and restock medical supplies.Prepare examination rooms and instruments according to sterilization and infection-control procedures.Maintain required logs, including:Medication refrigerationPoint-of-care testingSterilizationCrash cartOther applicable clinical logsCheck expiration dates of medications and medical supplies and dispose of expired items according to policy.Follow infection-control, safety, PPE, and legal requirements.Assist with medical chart maintenance, including filing operative reports, test results, and home-care forms.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications & Skills3+ years of experience working as a Medical Assistant.Medical Assistant certification from an approved/accredited program.Medical office and/or phlebotomy experience preferred.Proficient phlebotomy skills may be required.Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to communicate effectively with a multicultural patient population.Knowledge of EMR systems and medical office procedures.Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow healthcare regulations.