Per Diem Certified Medical Assistant & Drug Screening Collector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant / Drug Screening Collector is responsible for providing clinical, administrative, and occupational health services with oversight from the Onsite Registered Nurse (RN), Program Manager (PM), Clinic Manager/Nurse Practitioner (NP), and Consulting Medical Director (CMD).

This role supports medical, safety, and compliance efforts at a large-scale construction and occupational health site in Clay, New York. Responsibilities include patient care, clinic operations, workers’ compensation support, wellness and diagnostic testing, and DOT/non-DOT drug and alcohol specimen collection in accordance with HIPAA, federal, and site-specific regulations.

Coverage will include daytime, evening, and Saturday hours. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties:

• Perform diagnostic and occupational health testing including vital signs, EKGs, audiograms, pulmonary function tests, vision acuity testing, respirator fit testing, and wellness testing (body fat, aerobic capacity, strength assessments, etc.).
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during exams.
• Obtain and document patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, diet, exercise, tobacco cessation, and prescribed therapies.
• Perform laboratory procedures including phlebotomy, urinalysis, cholesterol and glucose testing, and immunizations (as permitted by certification and supervision).
• Administer first aid and supervised medical treatments such as suture removal, splinting, dressing application, and ear/eye irrigation per provider direction.
• Calibrate, clean, and sterilize medical equipment according to established protocols.

Drug & Alcohol Screening Duties:

• Collect oral fluid, urine, and breath alcohol specimens in accordance with DOT and non-DOT standards.
• Maintain chain of custody documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA, federal regulations, and company/site policies.
• Receive training and maintain certification to DOT drug and alcohol testing standards.

Administrative & Operational Duties:

• Answer phones, greet patients, manage correspondence, and schedule appointments.
• Maintain and update patient medical records accurately and confidentially.
• Order, track, and maintain medical and office supplies; manage medication and supply expiration logs.
• Assist with special client requests and additional occupational and environmental health services as needed.

Workers’ Compensation Case Management

• Assist with managing workers’ compensation cases, documentation, and coordination under the direction of clinical leadership
• Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
• CNA certification preferred.
• One to three years of healthcare, occupational health, or related experience preferred.
• Occupational health and construction site experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current BLS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness and ability to obtain HIPAA certification upon hire.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain DOT drug and alcohol collection training and certification.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent patient relations skills with strict adherence to confidentiality standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and potentially stressful environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience using Windows operating systems, email, internet applications, and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to learn additional software as needed.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged sitting and computer use; occasional standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Manual dexterity required for clinical and computer tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds routinely and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to climb stairs and kneel for extended periods when rendering emergency care or CPR.

Work Environment:

• Primarily indoor medical clinic and construction-site clinic environments.
• Moderate noise levels with controlled temperature and good air quality.
• Exposure to a normal clinical setting with adherence to safety and infection control standards.

This position has an hourly pay range of $26 - $27 per hour. Final compensation for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. 

Benefits for this position include 401k. 

The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and individual’s qualifications inherent to this position. These are not intended to be construed as exhaustive lists. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, accurately, and safely. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice.

Every qualified individual has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.