Medical Assistant

Employment Type: Contract
Department: Clinical / Patient Care
Location: New York, NY
Duration: 13 Weeks
Extension: Possible based on business needs

Pay Range: $18 to $20 / hour

Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to provide hands-on clinical support along with administrative assistance in a patient-care setting. The Medical Assistant will work closely with physicians, clinical staff, and patients to support examinations, procedures, patient documentation, scheduling, and insurance-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vital signs and assist with patient rooming.
• Perform phlebotomy/venipuncture, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
• Perform EKGs as required.
• Assist physicians and clinical staff with examinations and medical procedures.
• Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and medical instruments.
• Follow established sterilization, infection-control, PPE, and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and medical records in the EMR.
• Enter physician orders and prepare prescription refill requests for physician review and approval.
• Schedule and register patients.
• Update and maintain patient demographic and insurance information.
• Verify insurance coverage and assist with pre-certification requirements when needed.
• Monitor medical supplies and check expiration dates.
• Communicate professionally with patients and families.
• Handle telephone inquiries and route calls appropriately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Perform other clinical and administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Medical Assistant Certificate from an approved/accredited school – Required
• AHA BLS Certification – Required
• CMA Certification – Preferred
• Hands-on experience with phlebotomy/venipuncture preferred.
• Experience with specimen collection, EKGs, and point-of-care testing is highly relevant.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA requirements.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working with EMR systems preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and patient-service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.