Technician Medical Surgical - Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine - Westchester Medical Group - Larchmont, NY

About the role

This is a full-time day position at NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Medical Group, Monday-Friday, hours vary between 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (with a potential Saturday), overtime as approved by the department. Primary location for this position is 1329 W. Boston Post Road, Larchmont, NY 10538. Must be flexible and will be expected to provide coverage across other Westchester Medical Group locations as needed including, but not limited to 140 Lockwood Ave, New Rochelle, NY.

Responsibilities

Greets patients, visitors and employees in a courteous manner. Identifies self to the patient and explains the procedures to be performed, clearly and concisely. Maintains ongoing awareness of patient needs when performing procedures which require physical contact, i.e., gentle positioning of patient, providing blanket for warmth, and modesty, and reassure patient during procedure. Responds to inquiries politely and promptly. Refers matters outside scope of own duties to appropriate others as necessary, keeping patients and other informed as needed. Observes patients conditions, reports abnormal conditions to staff nurse and records appropriate documentation in patient’s records. Measures and records patient height and weight, performs routine vision and hearing examinations, and takes pulse and blood pressure readings. Draws blood from patients and/or performs finger sticks and obtains other specimens as requested by physician or registered nurse. Assists with diagnostic procedures using aseptic principles in creating and maintaining a sterile field during procedures. Uses technical skills regarding positioning, wound care, and dressings. Prepares, collects and arranges for disposition of specimens; transports patients. Maintains stock items for examination and blood drawing rooms, forms used by clinical staff, etc. Notifies appropriate others to order depleted stock. Maintains a safe, sanitary and therapeutic environment for patient care; assists in the cleaning and maintenance of technical equipment used in patient care and utility room; reports equipment requiring repairs to appropriate others. May answer telephones and issue appointments as needed. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Requirements

- High School Diploma or GED - BCLS Certification

Qualifications

- Medical Assistant Certification - One or more years of experience as a Medical Assistant - Knowledge of authorizations.

Skills

- Bilingual - Spanish - Epic experience

Benefits

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life.

Pay

Salary Range: $32.55-$39.06/Hourly