Medical Assistant

Montefiore

. Perform clinical and office duties under Physician/Provider/Nurse supervision .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeHawthorne • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $38 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical and office duties, including patient care, electronic medical record management, and adherence to medical protocols. Capable of effectively managing patient flow, assisting with examinations, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards.

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Electronic Medical Record (EMR) ExperienceBasic Medical Terminology ProficiencyBLS CertificationCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) PreferredPatient Care Assistance

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Hard Skills

Patient History CollectionVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen CollectionElectrocardiographyLaboratory TestingInfection Control ProtocolsChart ManagementSurgical Procedure SchedulingElectronic SchedulingMedical/Surgical Asepsis

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationPatient InteractionOrganizational SkillsEmergency Response

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Electronic Scheduling Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationCertified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Industry Keywords

NYS Medical Assistant Scope of PracticeClinical DutiesPatient Flow ManagementHealthcare Services Pre-CertificationInfection Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform clinical and office duties under Physician/Provider/Nurse supervision
Check schedules and organize patient flow
Accompany patients and assist with walking transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation
Obtain patient histories and perform screenings
Assist providers and nurses with procedures and examinations
Chart and relay instructions to patients and families
Answer calls
Send and receive patient records and documents
Schedule surgical procedures and tests
Obtain pre-certification for healthcare services
Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics
Manage and update charts
Maintain clean, orderly examination and procedure rooms
Stock rooms and maintain supply levels
Complete required logs and checks
Follow infection control protocols and maintain related records
Order, sort, store, and restock supplies
Assist with EMR/EHR management and queue laboratory and radiology orders
Respond appropriately to emergencies and communicate patient or staff concerns
Obtain vital signs and prepare patients for physical examinations
Assist with medical/surgical asepsis and laboratory specimen handling
Perform electrocardiography and other office-specific tasks
Perform waived laboratory testing when allowed under a limited lab permit
Participate in daily huddles and scheduled practice team meetings
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma required or GED
Basic Medical Terminology proficiency
Electronic Scheduling proficiency
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience
BLS required within 3 months of hire / within 90 days
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred
Must adhere to the NYS Medical Assistant scope of practice