Certified Medical Assistant

About the Role

Mount Sinai Medical Center is committed to providing high-quality healthcare and is recruiting to train top healthcare workers.

Key Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs on patients.
• Assists physician with complex procedures during patient examinations, including injections, suture removal, venipunctures, biopsies, and EKGs.
• Prepares trays and equipment for procedures, demonstrating proficiency in sterilization techniques and HLD according to P & P and Manufacturer IFU's.
• Adheres to Universal precaution guidelines.
• Monitors and manages patient schedules to ensure optimal patient flow.
• Greets and escorts patients from the waiting area to appropriate areas.
• Executes physician's preferred treatment protocols when coordinating patient flow.
• Prepares supplies and assists with cast application/removal.
• Ensures exam rooms are appropriately stocked with supplies and equipment.
• Maintains appropriate par levels and informs supervisor when reorders are necessary.
• Demonstrates appropriate medical knowledge and effectively communicates instructions to patients.
• Communicates procedures to patients, provides preparatory instructions, and answers basic questions.
• Understands and reacts to the unique needs of patients.
• Flexible to changes in workflow.
• Prepares and administers medication as instructed by the physician, including injections.
• Maintains organized work areas.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper use and maintenance of all equipment relative to the position.
• Maintains current licensing and certification necessary to perform applicable job functions.
• Remains calm and courteous when dealing with patients and staff, maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Responds to telephone calls promptly and ensures accurate transcribing of messages.
• Willingness to work overtime during hospital or department emergency situations.
• Maintains a complete understanding of Fire, Safety, and other applicable departmental and hospital manuals.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution/agency required.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred.
• CPR Certification required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant training.
• High School or equivalent education.
• Up to two (2) years of Medical Assistant experience.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions