NYU GROSSMAN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a FGP Medical Assistant (37.5). In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting physicians and nurses in providing patient care.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Assists patients and communicates 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 patients 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. Notifies 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.
- Assists with maintaining patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas. Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify you must have a 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)).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: MA experience preferred. Second language mastery.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
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