Medical Assistant - Manhattan, Langone Orthopedic Center

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

18d • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Manhattan Langone Orthopedic Center. The successful candidate assists physicians and nurses in providing patient care. Duties include supporting patients, carrying out clinical tasks within the scope of practice, preparing examination and treatment areas, supporting patient flow, maintaining records and supplies, and assisting with procedures and treatment scheduling.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited institution, or possession upon hire of a current medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized accredited institution, such as AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA.
• Ability to communicate effectively 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Obtain vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, perform other tests within the scope of practice, and assist with blood collection or phlebotomy as needed.
• Help maintain patient flow to and from examination rooms and treatment areas; escort patients and specimens throughout the facility.
• Ensure the patient's chart and relevant laboratory work and test reports are available for the physician when the patient is seen.
• Stock examination and treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms; notify the Office Manager when supplies are low.
• Clean examination rooms and treatment areas after each patient and prepare them for the next patient; assist with light housekeeping, including cleaning spills.
• Ensure patient charges are completed according to policy.
• Assist patients with obtaining food, toileting, ambulating, and maintaining comfort.
• Assist physicians with procedures, including GI procedures and medical examinations.
• Clean and sterilize designated equipment after use.
• Answer the telephone in the treatment area and assist staff with scheduling treatments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• 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