Medical Assistant (FGP), Manhattan, Psychiatry

Medical Assistant Position

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. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary :

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Assistant. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for assisting physicians and / or Advanced Care Practitioners and nurses in providing patient care. This role is responsible for validating patient identifiers, preparing patients and rooms for examination, measuring and recording vital signs, drawing blood, and collecting other lab samples. The Medical Assistant is also responsible for administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and performing data entry.

Job Responsibilities :

• Escorts patients to exam rooms.
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms.
• Measures and records patient vital signs.
• Obtains and processes blood samples as per NYULH policy.
• Support quality initiatives by following FGP guidelines for collecting and documenting information in the EMR.
• Promotes a positive patient experience.
• Communicates effectively with providers and administrative staff, escalate issues.
• Answers phone calls.
• Reviews and respond to in basket messages.
• Follows up on Rx refill requests.
• Assists physician with patient intake & transcribing visit into EPIC.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Clinical & Administrative Responsibilities :

Patient Experience and Access :

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities :

Prepare equipment, verifying optimal working conditions. Assist with accurate placement and other necessary components to ensure effective and precise treatment delivery. Stay with patient or be readily available during sessions to address discomfort or concerns. Observe the patient for adverse reactions or unusual symptoms. Operates the equipment for procedures. Completes operator notes. Measures vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate) as required by the protocol.

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)). Competencies : Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities; other language an asset; demonstrated ability in computer skills. Ability to complete multiple tasks efficiently and thrive in a team work environment which pursues a positive patient care experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

MA experience preferred of 1-2 years. 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. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being : physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $32.28 - $32.28 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience