Medical Assistant – Float (Urology Practice)

Why Join Our Team? 

At New York Health (NYH), we are revolutionizing healthcare with a holistic, integrated approach. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals works collaboratively to provide comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of patient wellbeing. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to personalized care, NYH is setting a new standard for healthcare in our communities.

Join us and become a part of our mission to promote lifelong wellness through compassionate, evidence-based practices that empower patients on their healthcare journeys.

Medical Assistant – Float (Urology Practice)

Location: Forest Hills, Hewlett, and Massapequa, NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 Hour Shifts M-F; Between the hours of 7-7

Organization: New York Health (NYH)

Key Responsibilities 

• Patient Care: Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information is recorded, including vital signs, medical history, and patient concerns. 

• Venipuncture & Specimen Collection: Perform blood draws, urine dipsticks, stool collection, and rapid tests such as Strep, Flu, COVID, and RSV, ensuring proper labeling and handling of all specimens. 

• Diagnostic Testing: Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, and assist in other diagnostic procedures under the direct supervision of a Physician or APP.

• Clinical Assistance: Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits and procedures, and assist providers during physical exams and in-office treatments. 

• Instrument Sterilization: Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and instruments to ensure patient safety and infection control. 

• Laboratory Support: Operate and maintain lab equipment such as CBC analyzers and urinalysis machines; prepare, process, and store specimens appropriately (room temp, refrigerated, or frozen). 

• Quality Control: Run and document various lab tests including glucose monitoring, PT/INR, urine pregnancy, and fecal occult blood; conduct and troubleshoot quality control procedures and report critical values. 

• Electronic Documentation: Utilize Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to enter, verify, and manage lab orders and clinical data.

• Reference Lab Coordination: Package and send out specimens to external labs such as Labcorp and Quest, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.

• Communication & Teamwork: Maintain professional communication with providers, staff, and patients, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

• Multi-Site Flexibility: Adapt to workflow changes and provide support across multiple NYH locations as needed. 

Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or equivalent 

• Valid Medical Assistant Certification 

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in outpatient care or lab settings

• Proficient in EMR/LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ) 

• Reliable transportation to travel between NYH locations 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment 

What We Offer 

• Salary: Starting at $22/hour (based on experience) 

• Benefits from Day One: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability 

• 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Paid Holidays (2 Floating) 

• Opportunities for Growth & Advancement 

• A culture of innovation, support, and excellence in care

Apply Today! 

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New York Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.