Medical Assistant

Suffolk County Government • Hauppauge, NY

14d • $33,121 • Onsite

About The Position

An employee in this class performs para-professional work, or assists medical providers in conducting medical examinations of patients in health centers or related health programs. Work includes performing various preliminary medical screenings tests and clerical duties. Employees will also ensure compliance with established safety and health procedures during phlebotomy operations. The incumbent's performance is supervised and subject to review by professional supervisors. Does related work as required. This Position Is Located In Riverhead OTP Clinic, and North County OTP Clinic, Hauppauge OTP Clinic.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of medical office policies and procedures, preferably in an OASAS Clinic setting.
• Ability to safely draw intravenous blood.
• Ability to deal effectively with clients in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports; and follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one (1) year of experience in a position which involved assisting with medical treatment or in the examination of patients, and included the performance of intravenous blood drawing (Phlebotomy Experience Required).
• Satisfactory completion of a medical assistant program from a State licensed school; OR A school or program accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; OR A college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State may be substituted for the one (1) year of required experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably in an OASAS Clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing clients to obtain medical history and record information in charts; assists clients with forms and applications for services;
• Taking blood pressure and pulse, testing urine specimens, drawing blood samples and checking height, weight and vision to prepare client for complete physical examination by providers;
• Setting up examining rooms and tables; sterilizing and cleaning equipment;
• Performs patient support duties such as answering phones, making appointments and coordinating insurance coverage; maintaining records and preparing correspondence and reports.
• Ensure compliance with established safety and health procedures during phlebotomy operations.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.
• Competitive benefits and job security

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED