Medical Assistant Bethpage

Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Assistant - Bethpage. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for assisting physicians and nurses in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests. Job Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned. Assist with maintaining patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas; escort patients. Obtain vital signs, weights, and Electrocardiograms (EKG) as needed; assist with blood collection phlebotomy; ensure chart is available with relevant lab work and test reports for physician when the physician sees the patient; assist physicians with procedures (e.g., GI procedures, all medical exams). Ensure exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient and prepared for the next patient; assist with light housekeeping duties including spills; assist patients with obtaining food, toileting, ambulating and maintaining comfort. Ensure completion of patient charges as per policy. Clean and sterilize designated equipment after use; answer telephone in treatment area and assist staff in scheduling treatments; assist patients and communicate with physicians to obtain prescription renewals as needed. Stock exam and treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms. Assist with training of new Medical Assistants; perform administrative responsibilities as needed. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Graduate of Medical Assistant program or 2 years of Medical Assistant experience. Excellent communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, customer service skills. Basic knowledge of computers. Preferred Qualifications Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Medical Assistant certification. Knowledge of EPIC Ambulatory. Knowledge of medical terminology. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. Benefits and Compensation NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, and employee resource groups. Employees also have access to a holistic employee wellness program focused on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The salary range for this role is $61,692.75 per year. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island 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. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYU Langone