Medical Assistant - Travel

Job Duties & Essential Functions

• Greet patients and initiate the intake process by documenting the reason for visit, current symptoms, and relevant clinical information under supervision.
• Keep patients informed throughout their visit and accurately document follow-up notes in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Perform basic eye tests prior to the physician’s examination, clearly explaining each test and its purpose to the patient.
• Process prescription refill requests as directed by the physician, ensuring appropriate documentation is completed.
• Cook up prior authorizations for medications in accordance with insurance requirements to ensure timely patient access to prescribed treatments.
• Provide patients with clear instructions on medication use and pre-/post-operative care as guided by the physician.
• Maintain professional, compassionate communication and ensure a positive patient experience throughout the visit.
• Track, document, and communicate laboratory results to physicians and patients promptly, ensuring accuracy and continuity of care.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and clinical areas.
• Open and close exam rooms daily, including cleaning equipment, charging devices, and securing medical instruments.
• Properly shut down and clean diagnostic testing equipment at the end of the day.
• Aid in cleaning and preparing surgical instruments prior to sterilization.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in a medical office or customer service environment.
• Strong customer service skills with a professional and friendly demeanor.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Skilled in problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification preferred or enrolled within twelve (12) months of hire and completion within two (2) years of hire.
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC).

Travel Requirement

This is a traveling position. Must be willing to travel between the Smithtown, Little Neck, Bethpage, Rockville Centre, Babylon locations. Mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with company policy.

Hourly Pay Rate

$24.00

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Company Paid Term Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retail Plan - 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development Programs

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at peopleservices@sightgrowthpartners.com.