Medical Assistant - Manhattan, Orthopedic Center

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

4h • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (FGP) to join their team at the Manhattan Orthopedic Center. This role is responsible for assisting physicians and nurses in providing patient care within a fully integrated health system known for achieving excellent patient outcomes and high-quality care.

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

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

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program focusing on 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