Medical Assistant - MOA
Damian Family Care Centers, Inc. · Ronkonkoma, NY · 2 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Patient Care & Clinical Support
- Absorb and prepare exam rooms
- Support patient flow
- Obtain and document vital signs and patient health information
- Perform venipuncture and specimen collection
- Process laboratory orders, track results, and report abnormalities
- Conduct waived testing and quality control procedures
- Provide patient education materials and administer screenings
- Follow infection control standards, OSHA guidelines, and universal precautions
Patient Experience & Communication
- Deliver courteous, culturally respectful, and professional patient interactions
- Facilitate communication between patients, providers, and care teams
- Conduct appointment reminder calls and no-show outreach
- Aid with referrals and coordination of specialty care
Documentation, Compliance & Health IT
- Accurately document patient encounters in the electronic health record
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and patient rights regulations
- Handle electronic protected health information (ePHI) securely
- Support accurate chart management, record retrieval, scanning, and filing
Front Desk & Administrative Support
- Verify patient demographics, insurance, and PCP information
- Schedule appointments and support patient portal enrollment
- Maintain organized medical records and appointment systems
Operational & Team Responsibilities
- Monitor exam room supplies and request replenishment
- Report equipment concerns or malfunctions
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary care teams
- Follow organizational policies, professional conduct standards, and attendance requirements
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Minimum 1 year of experience preferred; ambulatory care experience a plus
- Proficiency in EHR systems and data entry
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Fluency in English; Spanish bilingual preferred
Physical & Work Requirements
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential function
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a clinical environment for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and handle medical supplies or equipment
- Ability to perform fine motor tasks such as data entry and specimen handling
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically