Medical Assistant/Technician Medical Surgical - Multispecialty Practice - Queens Medical Group

Location

Flushing, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens is part of the NewYork-Presbyterian healthcare network, one of the nation's most comprehensive academic healthcare systems and a leader in innovation. Our physicians include faculty from the world-renowned medical school, Weill Cornell Medicine, and are part of a network of outpatient practices and doctor's offices located throughout Queens.

Medical Assistant/Technician Medical Surgical - Multispecialty Practice - Queens Medical Group

A Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting providers and clinical staff in a fast-paced multispecialty practice while ensuring a positive patient experience and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and service.

In this role, you will:

• Greet patients, visitors, and staff in a professional, courteous, and compassionate manner.
• Respond promptly to patient inquiries and direct concerns to the appropriate team members when necessary.
• Observe and report patient conditions to clinical staff and document relevant information in the medical record.
• Obtain and document vital signs, including height, weight, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Perform phlebotomy, and specimen collection as directed by Medical Providers
• Assist with patient positioning, wound care, and dressing changes.
• Prepare, collect, label, and arrange the transport of laboratory specimens.
• Assist with patient transport and clinical workflow as needed.
• Maintain adequate supplies in examination rooms and clinical areas; notify appropriate personnel when inventory requires replenishment.
• Ensure examination rooms, equipment, and clinical areas are clean, safe, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of clinical equipment and report repair needs promptly.
• Assist with obtaining medication prior authorizations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support patient care and practice operations.

This is a full‑time, Monday–Friday day shift position (9am -5pm). The role is primarily based at our Downtown Flushing location. This position may also require travel to additional sites as operational needs arise.

Preferred Criteria:

• Completion of a formal Medical Assistant training program
• Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA-CMA, AMT-RMA)
• Minimum of one year experience as a Medical Assistant preferably in an outpatient setting
• Bilingual Chinese preferred

Required Criteria:

• High School Diploma or GED
• America Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers required within 30 days of employment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$32.55-$39.06/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.