Medical Assistant - New York, NY - MS 26-13697

Job Title: Medical Assistant
Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Monday – Friday | 40 Hours/Week
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: NA

Pay Rate: $19/hour

Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.

Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support, including diagnostic testing, patient care, and medical record management.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certificate from an approved school.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Current AHA BLS certification.

• Skills in venipuncture, EKGs, point-of-care testing, vital signs, and specimen processing.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines.

• Proficiency in patient communication, telephone etiquette, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

• English proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.

• Knowledge of EMR systems and MS Office Suite.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, EKGs, point-of-care testing, and vital sign measurements.

• Collect and process specimens and assist physicians with examinations and procedures.

• Prepare examination rooms and instruments according to sterilization and infection-control policies.

• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, dressing, and other care needs.

• Maintain medical records, patient charts, laboratory reports, referrals, and other documentation.

• Enter orders into the EMR and prepare prescription refill requests for physician review.

• Schedule appointments, register patients, and update demographic and insurance information.

• Assist with insurance verification, procedure pre-certification, and surgical scheduling.

• Monitor medical supplies, expiration dates, and required logs.

• Follow HIPAA guidelines, safety procedures, and PPE requirements.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members.

• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as assigned.