Per Diem Certified Medical Assistant & Drug Screening Collector

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant / Drug Screening Collector is responsible for providing clinical, administrative, and occupational health services with oversight from the Onsite Registered Nurse (RN), Program Manager (PM), Clinic Manager/Nurse Practitioner (NP), and Consulting Medical Director (CMD).

This role supports medical, safety, and compliance efforts at a large-scale construction and occupational health site in Clay, New York. Responsibilities include patient care, clinic operations, workers’ compensation support, wellness and diagnostic testing, and DOT/non-DOT drug and alcohol specimen collection in accordance with HIPAA, federal, and site-specific regulations.

Coverage will include daytime, evening, and Saturday hours.

• Perform diagnostic and occupational health testing including vital signs, EKGs, audiograms, pulmonary function tests, vision acuity testing, respirator fit testing, and wellness testing (body fat, aerobic capacity, strength assessments, etc.).
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during exams.
• Obtain and document patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, diet, exercise, tobacco cessation, and prescribed therapies.
• Perform laboratory procedures including phlebotomy, urinalysis, cholesterol and glucose testing, and immunizations (as permitted by certification and supervision).
• Administer first aid and supervised medical treatments such as suture removal, splinting, dressing application, and ear/eye irrigation per provider direction.
• Calibrate, clean, and sterilize medical equipment according to established protocols.

• Collect oral fluid, urine, and breath alcohol specimens in accordance with DOT and non-DOT standards.
• Maintain chain of custody documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA, federal regulations, and company/site policies.
• Receive training and maintain certification to DOT drug and alcohol testing standards.

• Answer phones, greet patients, manage correspondence, and schedule appointments.
• Maintain and update patient medical records accurately and confidentially.
• Order, track, and maintain medical and office supplies; manage medication and supply expiration logs.
• Assist with special client requests and additional occupational and environmental health services as needed.

• Assist with managing workers’ compensation cases, documentation, and coordination under the direction of clinical leadership
• Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of Work Care.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
• CNA certification preferred.
• One to three years of healthcare, occupational health, or related experience preferred.
• Occupational health and construction site experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

• Current BLS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness and ability to obtain HIPAA certification upon hire.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain DOT drug and alcohol collection training and certification.

• Excellent patient relations skills with strict adherence to confidentiality standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a…