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Medical Assistant-Transcriptionist (FGP) Brooklyn Heights,NY

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 Med Assistant-Transcript (FGP). In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for completing clinical and administrative duties that assist in the delivery of effective patient care within assigned practice. Under the general direction of the physician (for documenting) and Office Manager, the Medical Assistant is responsible for a variety of patient care duties and other related duties in the clinic setting that include patient flow, physician assisting, documenting/recording, telephone calls, and other clerical duties.

Job Responsibilities:

• Documents patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc.
• Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice. Assists with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed.
• Assists patients and communicates with Physicians to obtain prescription renewals as needed.
• Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and are prepared for the next patient. Assists with light housekeeping duties, which include spills.
• Assures completion of patient charges as per policy.
• Assists patients with obtaining food, toileting, ambulating and maintaining comfort.
• Assists physicians with procedures (e.g., GI procedures, all medical exams).
• Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use.
• Answers telephone in treatment area and assists staff in scheduling treatments.
• Assist with maintaining patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas. Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility.
• Ensures the chart is available, with relevant lab work and test reports if indicated, for the physician when the physician sees the patient.
• Stocks exam room/treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms. Notifies the Office Manager when supplies are low.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Accompanies the physician into the exam room and transcribes history, including history of present illness, past medical and surgical history, family and social histories, medications and allergies, physical exam, laboratory and radiologic orders as dictated by the MD and document accurately the physician's encounter with the patient.
• Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician.

Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a current Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous scribe experience preferred.

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 $52,692.00 - $58,953.05 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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