Medical Assistant - Manhattan, Cancer Center

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to assist physicians and nurses in providing patient care at its Manhattan Cancer Center. The role supports patient care, clinical procedures, treatment-area operations, and patient flow. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs and other measurements, assisting with tests and blood collection, preparing exam rooms and equipment, supporting physicians during procedures, and helping patients with comfort and mobility needs. The Medical Assistant also maintains records and supplies, assists with charges and scheduling, and communicates with patients and staff.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and either have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program or hold a current medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized accredited institution. Medical Assistant experience, EKG and/or spirometry experience, and mastery of a second language are preferred.

The role offers a salary of $63,340.15 annually. NYU Langone describes a benefits and wellness package that includes financial security benefits, a generous time-off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic employee wellness program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program from an accredited institution, or, upon hire, a current medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized accredited institution, such as AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant experience.
• EKG and/or spirometry experience.
• Mastery of a second language.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and communicate with physicians to obtain prescription renewals as needed.
• Obtain vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, perform other tests within the scope of practice, and assist with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed.
• Help maintain patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas; escort patients and specimens throughout the facility.
• Ensure the patient chart and relevant lab work and test reports are available for the physician.
• Stock exam and treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms; notify the Office Manager when supplies are low.
• Clean exam rooms and treatment areas after each patient and prepare them for the next patient; assist with light housekeeping, including spills.
• Ensure completion of patient charges according to policy.
• Assist patients with obtaining food, toileting, ambulating, and maintaining comfort.
• Assist physicians with procedures, including GI procedures and medical exams.
• Clean and sterilize designated equipment after use.
• Answer the telephone in the treatment area and assist staff with scheduling treatments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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