Medical Assistant-ACC 23 Endoscopy-Day Shift (35 hours)

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

11h • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for assisting physicians and nurses in providing patient care within the Endoscopy department. The Medical Assistant will perform various duties to support patient treatment and ensure the smooth operation of the exam and treatment areas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited institution OR upon hire hold a current medical assistant Certification from a Nationally Recognized accredited institution (such as American Association of Medical Assistant(AAMA); American Medical Technologies (AMT); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); National Healthcare Association (NHA)).
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• MA experience preferred.
• EKG and/or Spirometry experience preferred.
• Second language mastery.

Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists patients and communicate with Physicians to obtain prescription renewals as needed.
• Answers telephone in treatment area and assists staff in scheduling treatments.
• Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use.
• Assists physicians with procedures (e.g. GI procedures, all medical exams).
• Assists patient with obtaining food, toileting, ambulating and maintaining comfort.
• Assures completion of patient charges as per policy.
• Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and prepared for the next patient. Assists with light housekeeping duties which include spills.
• Stocks exam room/treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms. Notify the Office Manager when supplies are low.
• Ensures chart is available, with relevant lab work and test reports if indicated, for the physician when the physician sees the patient.
• Assist with maintaining patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas. Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility.
• Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice. Assist with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED