Medical Assistant - Levit Medical/Brooklyn

NYU Langone Health • Brooklyn, NY

12h • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Levit Medical/Brooklyn team. The role assists physicians and nurses in providing patient care. Responsibilities include supporting patient comfort and movement, assisting with procedures and tests, maintaining exam and treatment areas, supporting patient flow, and helping with clinical and administrative tasks. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, or a current certification from a nationally recognized accredited institution. Prior Medical Assistant experience, EKG and/or spirometry experience, and mastery of a second language are preferred. The role offers a salary of $63,340.16 annually, with actual compensation dependent on factors such as experience, specialty, education, and organizational need.

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• 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