MedicalAssistant

You’re more valuable than ever – And that’s just how we’ll make you feel. **Certified Medical Assistant Job Description** Northwell, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the NYC, Long Island and Westchester regions. At Northwell-GoHealth Urgent Care, we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team! The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of an urgent care provider. Manages the check-in and registration process, interview patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. **Hourly rate:** $17.50- $26.00 This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics **Job Requirements** **Education** · High School Diploma required · Graduate of a Medical Assisting Program preferred **Work Experience** · Medical Assistant experience preferred · Front Desk experience preferred Required Licenses/Certifications · Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA). **Essential Functions** · Conduct patient registration, which includes securing required paperwork and insurance documentation, and verification of insurance and patient eligibility. · Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center. · Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist. · Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their sta