Medical Assistant

Overview

The Medical Assistant performs patient care under the physician's or nurse's direct supervision. Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering and recording diagnostic laboratory tests, and coordinating care to meet patient needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare teams in patient care coordination.
• Record patient details, vital signs, and screening procedures.
• Collect specimens and assist in diagnostic collection following protocols.
• Perform and document laboratory equipment controls and calibration.
• Conduct electrocardiograms and phlebotomy adhering to infection control standards.
• Assist with special procedures and examinations with proper protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and supply levels in examination rooms.
• Participate in pre-visit chart preparation for patient records.
• Handle clerical functions ensuring efficient patient flow.
• Perform related duties as required, in compliance with ADA.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a Medical Assistant training program with certificate or 1-3 years experience as a medical assistant (or related role) is required. Alternatively, successful completion of the Northwell Health Medical Assistant training program is acceptable.

Additional Information

Salary is determined based on location, specialty, experience, education, and other factors.

Key skills/competency

• Patient care
• Clinical support
• Diagnostic tests
• Specimen collection
• Infection control
• Vital signs
• Electrocardiograms
• Clerical
• Team coordination
• Medical records