Medical Assistant

Location: Elmhurst, NY; Jackson Heights, NY; Brooklyn, NY

Hours/Days: 5 8.5 hour shifts, Monday - Friday between 7:30am-6:30pm

Organization: New York Health (NYH) - Progressive Urology

In this role, you will: 

• Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information recording

• Collect and process lab specimens, including venipuncture and diagnostic tests

• Record patients' vital signs

• Prepare patients for examinations

• Sterilize medical equipment and instruments

• Assist providers and other support staff in the data entry process

• Assist physicians during visits with examinations and all office procedures

• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing

• Other duties as assigned

We require: 

• A Medical Assistant Certificate and a High School Diploma 

• Proficiency with an EMR system (Preferred) 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching 

• Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids 

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. 

• Reliable transportation to travel to NYH locations for patient care needs

What we offer: 

Salary: Starting at $24 per hour

Benefits: Including health insurance from day one, dental and vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401k, PTO, 8 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays), and more. 

Join us at NYH, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care. 

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