Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant Novellis Health Richmond Hill, NY Job Details Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications BLS Certification Basic life support

Certified Medical Assistant Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision, assist physicians and clinicians with patient care duties across our busy medical oncology/hematology and urology departments. This is a full-time role that requires working Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment areas Record patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and clean instruments Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with exams and procedures, including urology-specific procedures such as bladder scans, urodynamic testing, and urological specimen collection Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection with high proficiency Handle blood and urine specimens, ensuring proper labeling and adherence to safety standards Process laboratory specimens for collection or analysis Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as delegated Maintain exam/treatment room disinfection protocols Support urology patient care needs, including catheterization assistance and post-procedure monitoring as directed Manage patient calls, prescription requests, and appointment changes Perform administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, and chart preparation

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent Certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program 1-3 years of professional experience as a medical assistant required; experience in urology or oncology/hematology preferred Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required Current BCLS certification (required within 3 months of hire) Proficient in blood draw techniques and comfortable with frequent blood collection Familiarity with urology procedures and patient care protocols a plus Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-specialty medical environment