Medical Assistant (TEMP Position)

External•Brooklyn, NY

3d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

This temporary position involves performing a variety of clinical and administrative duties under the direction of a healthcare provider. Responsibilities include patient intake, vital signs measurement, assisting with examinations, specimen collection, preparing instruments for sterilization, stocking supplies, maintaining patient records, and communicating with health agencies. The role also involves operating medical equipment, completing various forms, tracking inventory, and ensuring patient confidentiality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year of job-related experience.
Trained in Medical Assisting with certification from a Vocational/Technical or career program.
Medical Assistant Certification.
Excellent customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read, write and speak English.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Screen patients for medical histories.
Record vital signs and perform EKGs.
Record X-Ray and/or Sonogram in patient medical record charts.
Prepare patients for examination and assist providers during examinations.
Schedule patients for follow-up appointments.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform phlebotomy.
Ensure proper disposal of contaminated supplies.
Prepare instruments for sterilization.
Stock examination rooms and order supplies as necessary.
Maintain communication with health agencies regarding immunizations and communicable diseases.
Operate equipment and perform EKGs.
Prepare patient medical records (chart) and/or EMR with appropriate intake sheets.
Gather patient information, complaints, take vital signs, and perform various tests.
Log laboratory and radiology results into patient medical records and/or EMR.
Complete various forms for medical, physical, disability, and school purposes.
Track inventory for supplies.
Interview patients.
Ensure charts are available with relevant lab work and test reports for the provider.
Assist in maintaining patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas.
Escort patients and specimens throughout the facility.
Set up examination rooms for physicians.
Distribute appropriate educational material to patients.
Assist in the authorization of prescription refills as directed by the physician.
Recall or reschedule patients as instructed.
Secure and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
Perform point of care testing including nasal and throat swabs.
Update CIR and perform STD reporting.
Track refrigerator/freezer temperatures and complete appropriate forms.
Move equipment when or where necessary.
Perform other duties as required.