Certified Medical Assistant

Position Summary

This is a float position based in Queens. Candidates must be able to commute to the following locations: Queens Boulevard, Jamaica Avenue, Ridgewood, Astoria, and Corona. Candidates must be available to work between 7:00 AM and 7:30 PM, including weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them to the examination rooms;
• Absorb patients with the completion of forms as necessary;
• Be familiar with clinic computer hardware and software and use according to company policies;
• Schedule appointments and accommodate patient appointment needs, such as ordering transportation, rescheduling, etc;
• Perform clerical work as needed, i.e., copying, filing, faxing, etc;
• Comply with patient needs at all times and ensure all questions are answered;
• Maintain procedure rooms by ensuring that they are neat and ready for use at all times;
• Aid doctors during Endovenous Laser Therapy procedures in accordance with instructions and individual doctor preferences;
• Prepare patients before procedures and clean up after;
• Ensure patient receipt of post-procedure instructions and how to obtain medication if needed;
• Monitor supply levels and replace as needed;
• Apply knowledge of sterile techniques and OSHA regulations;
• Prepare IV solution;
• Train new staff as needed;
• Assist ultrasound staff as needed;
• Transport supplies or equipment as needed;
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program;
• Active CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification from a recognized national certifying body (e.g., NHA);
• 1+ year of experience as a Medical Assistant or in a closely related role;
• Fluency in English and Spanish;
• Authorized to work in the United States;
• Availability to work Weekends as needed.