Medical Assistant - Contract - MAC24-15317
NavitsPartners Mount Vernon
Job Title: Medical Assistant - Contract
Location: NYC, NY 10530
Duration: 2 Months
Hours Per Week: 37.50
Location: NYC, NY 10530
Duration: 2 Months
Hours Per Week: 37.50
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Summary:
The Medical Assistant will provide patient care and clerical support in a clinical setting. Responsibilities include assisting patients, performing EKGs, venipuncture, preparing exam rooms, and ensuring the safe handling of medical records and supplies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with tasks such as walking, transferring, and dressing. Perform venipuncture, EKGs, vital signs checks, and specimen collection.
- Organize patient flow, assist physicians during procedures, and relay instructions to patients and families.
- Fulfill clerical duties including managing patient records, retrieving lab reports, and completing forms.
- Enter orders into the electronic medical record (EMR) or prepare prescription refills for physician approval.
- Inventory and re-stock medical supplies, maintain room sterilization, and manage expiration dates on medications and supplies.
- Maintain logging systems for medication refrigeration, sterilization processes, and other compliance needs.
- Ensure a safe work environment by following standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
- Adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for handling hazardous substances.
- Assist with chart maintenance, filing, and organization of test results.
- May assist in scheduling surgeries, completing pre-admissions, and verifying surgery times with patients.
- Perform phlebotomy and schedule patient appointments as needed.
- Verify insurance details and perform pre-certification for procedures when required.
Required Skills:
- Basic proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Strong communication skills, especially with multicultural and language-deficit patients
- Excellent telephone etiquette and knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines
- Adaptability to a growing and changing environment
Education and Certifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Completion of an approved Medical Assistant certificate course
- BCLS certification required (AHA preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant preferred
Certifications & Licenses Required:
- Medical Assistant certificate
- BCLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Phlebotomy certification
Physical Activity: Heavy physical activity may be required, including frequent lifting and carrying.
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