Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical Assistant Pediatric Cardiology

Job Description

This Medical Assistant position supports a busy pediatric cardiology practice by providing high-quality clinical and administrative assistance to healthcare providers and patients. The role focuses on rooming patients, performing vital clinical tasks such as EKGs and non-invasive testing, maintaining accurate electronic medical records, and delivering attentive, compassionate patient care in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Responsibilities

• Room patients promptly and professionally, ensuring they feel welcomed and informed about the visit process.
• Obtain and document vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, height, weight, and oxygen saturation.
• Collect and record patient history and relevant medical information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Prepare examination and procedure rooms before each visit, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and availability of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Assist providers during pediatric cardiology examinations and procedures, following instructions and maintaining a calm, supportive environment for patients and families.
• Perform EKGs/ECGs and other non-invasive diagnostic tests as directed by providers, ensuring proper technique and accurate results.
• Use and support holter monitors and related cardiology monitoring equipment as part of patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection as needed, following appropriate safety and quality protocols.
• Support front desk operations, including appointment scheduling, patient check-in and check-out, and basic administrative tasks.
• Verify insurance information and assist with insurance-related inquiries to support efficient patient registration and billing processes.
• Provide courteous, responsive customer service to patients, families, and colleagues, addressing questions and concerns in a professional manner.
• Enter data accurately into the EMR and other systems, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with privacy requirements.
• Collaborate with internal medicine and cardiology providers and staff to coordinate patient care and ensure smooth clinic flow.
• Maintain a reliable and punctual presence, adhering to assigned schedules including one late evening shift per week.
• Follow clinical protocols, safety standards, and practice policies to support high-quality, safe patient care.

Essential Skills

• Experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient or clinical setting.
• Ability to room patients and obtain manual vital signs including blood pressure, height, weight, and oxygen saturation.
• Proficiency performing EKGs/ECGs and familiarity with holter monitors and other non-invasive cardiology testing.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, particularly related to cardiology and pediatric care.
• Ability to accurately collect and document patient history and clinical information in an electronic medical record (EMR), preferably Epic.
• Competence in phlebotomy and specimen collection following proper protocols.
• Experience providing patient care in pediatric cardiology, internal medicine, or similar clinical environments.
• Proficiency in appointment scheduling, front desk workflows, and basic administrative support in a medical office.
• Skill in insurance verification and basic understanding of insurance processes.
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Consistent reliability and punctuality, with the ability to adhere to scheduled hours including one late evening per week.
• Effective customer service and communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Diploma or equivalent formal training in medical assisting.
• Experience working in pediatric cardiology or cardiology practices is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with Epic EMR or similar electronic medical record systems.
• Background in internal medicine or other ambulatory specialties is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Comfort working directly with children and families in a clinical environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in an outpatient pediatric cardiology practice within a large, multi-hospital health system on Long Island. The schedule typically includes daytime shifts such as 8:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., with the requirement to work one late shift per week, up to approximately 11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m. You will work in exam and procedure rooms equipped for pediatric cardiology, regularly using equipment such as manual blood pressure cuffs, EKG/ECG machines, holter monitors, and phlebotomy supplies. The practice uses an electronic medical record system, with Epic as a key platform for documentation and scheduling. The environment is professional, patient-focused, and team-oriented, with close collaboration among providers, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff. A neat, professional clinical appearance is expected to support patient trust and uphold the standards of the healthcare setting. The organization offers a structured benefits framework, including a pension plan, and opportunities to grow within a large, established health system.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Roslyn, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Roslyn, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Roslyn,NY.

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