Medical Assistant

Seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Assistant to support in providing high-quality care in an OB/GYN specialty role. This role requires excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to manage clinical and administrative tasks in a fast paced healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and their families, obtaining relevant medical histories and current symptoms.
• Measure and record vital signs such as height, weight, temperature, and pulse.
• Assist pediatricians and nursing staff during examinations and minor procedures, including preparing patients and setting up equipment.
• Collect laboratory specimens (e.g., throat, urine cultures, blood via venipuncture).
• Administer immunizations and vaccinations under supervision, complying with NY State regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Perform clerical duties including scheduling appointments, answering phones, and managing paperwork.
• Keep exam rooms stocked, clean, and organized to ensure efficient clinical workflow.
• Provide a calming, friendly environment, addressing the needs and concerns of both young patients and their guardians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (e.g., CMA, RMA) is preferred but not always required.
• Prior experience working in an OB/GYN clinical setting strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of pediatric growth and developmental milestones, vital sign norms, and EKG placement is advantageous.
• Proficiency with EHR software and basic office technology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially with children and families.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and other specimen collection techniques confidently.
• Compliance with New York State regulations governing medical assistants’ scope of practice.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA standards.

Schedule: 8:00AM - 5:30PM

Location - Bohemia, NY

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26