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Integrated Resources

Medical Office Assistant

Integrated Resources, Staten Island, New York, United States, 10308

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Job Title: Medical Office Assistant Location: Staten Island, NY Contract Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hours: 40 hours/week (8 hours/day) Hourly rate: $21/hour on W2 (Negotiable)

Role Overview: The Medical Office Assistant provides both clinical and administrative support to physicians and surgeons, contributing to high-quality patient care. The role involves direct patient care assistance, medical procedures, and office tasks using electronic and manual systems.

Key Responsibilities: Clinical Support: Assist with patient care: escorting, dressing, transferring, collecting specimens, and point-of-care testing. Perform venipuncture, EKGs, and assist with medical procedures. Take and record vital signs, relay physician instructions to patients and families. Prepare exam rooms and medical instruments following sterilization protocols. Monitor logs for medications, crash carts, sterilization, and testing. Check and dispose of expired medications and supplies in compliance with policy. Administrative Duties:

Handle patient scheduling, registration, and updates to demographic/insurance info. Maintain and manage patient medical records (manual and EMR-based). Process prescription refills and enter orders into EMR for physician review. Coordinate referrals, surgeries, pre-certifications, and consent forms. Perform clerical tasks such as managing forms, reports, and patient communications. Order and restock medical supplies as needed. Qualifications & Skills:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Experience: Minimum 3 years as a medical assistant; phlebotomy experience desirable. Certifications: Certified Medical Assistant from an approved school. Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; EMR systems familiarity. Soft Skills: Effective communication, especially in a multicultural environment.