Medical Assistant - Long Island City, NY - AP 26-12989

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: Long Island City, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | 8:00 AM–7:00 PM | Monday–Friday | 5 Shifts/Week | 55 Hours/Week
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes

Pay Rate: $17–$19/hr

Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support, assist physicians with patient care, and maintain accurate medical records.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant certificate program.

• Medical Assistant certificate from an approved school.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

• Proficiency in venipuncture, phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and telephone etiquette skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with multicultural patients and patients with language barriers.

• Ability to adapt to a changing healthcare environment.

• English and Spanish language skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by taking vital signs, performing venipuncture and EKGs, collecting and processing specimens, and conducting point-of-care testing.

• Assist physicians with examinations and medical procedures.

• Prepare examination rooms and instruments according to sterilization and infection control protocols.

• Support patient flow by reviewing schedules, escorting patients, and assisting patients with mobility and other needs.

• Communicate patient instructions and relevant information to patients and their families.

• Maintain accurate patient records, charts, test results, and clinical documentation.

• Enter orders into the electronic medical record (EMR) system and prepare prescription refill requests for physician review.

• Schedule appointments and procedures, update registration details, and verify insurance information.

• Assist with pre-certifications, referrals, pre-admission documentation, and consent forms.

• Manage medical supply inventory, restock supplies, and check expiration dates.

• Maintain logs for medication refrigeration, sterilization, and point-of-care testing.

• Follow HIPAA regulations, hospital policies, personal protective equipment requirements, and infection control standards.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.