Medical Assistant Primary Care - Syosset, NY
About The Position
Optum NY is seeking a Medical Assistant Primary Care to join its team in Syosset, NY. The role provides care to patients and their significant others through direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. The Medical Assistant coordinates with other care-team members to support seamless care delivery, coordinated efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care, and assists physicians or other providers with clinical procedures. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday hours depend on coverage and may be 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The role offers an hourly pay range of $16–$25, based on full-time employment, and a $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, incentive and recognition programs, and an equity stock purchase program, subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of relevant entry-level work experience.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
- At least 1 year of recent experience as a medical assistant.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and telephone care to patients and significant others according to established standards and practices.
- Coordinate with other care-team members to support seamless care delivery, coordinated efforts, and active patient participation in care planning.
- Demonstrate clinical competence in direct patient care and assist physicians with procedures.
- Perform clinical duties within scope of practice and in compliance with department standards, policies, and protocols.
- Address individual patient and family needs proactively and communicate identified needs in a timely manner.
- Direct or escort patients to exam rooms in a timely manner.
- Assist physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses during examinations and office diagnostic procedures or treatments.
- Perform authorized procedures, such as taking vital signs, vision screening, and selected laboratory tests, as directed by a physician or nurse.
- Seek validation or guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses when necessary.
- Prepare e-prescriptions for pharmacy processing when instructed by a physician and in accordance with policy.
- Inspect, clean, prepare, and process instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Process specimens for transport to the laboratory, ensuring proper labeling and appropriate orders in EPIC.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- Comprehensive benefits package, with benefits available within 30 days as stated in the posting.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k) and 401(k) contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
