Medical Assistant

• How you move is why we’re here. ®
• Now more than ever.

• Get back to what you need and love to do.
• The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you then let’s talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Per Diem Part time

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $32.00 - $32.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

Job Description

Medical Assistant

3X A MONTH AT LEAST

8 AM - 4:15 PM

Scope of Duties:

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams (Registration, Radiology, Physician Practice Management, Physical Therapy)

Escorting patients to exam rooms and preparing them for examinations, reviewing patient statuses and assisting in obtaining patient data.

Obtain PCR nasal swabs for pre-surgical patients

Support the Pre-Surgical Screening program by assisting nurses and obtaining vital signs, lab specimens (venipuncture) and EKG’s.

Preparing specimens for the lab and ensuring hand-off to courier

Foster efficient patient throughput, deliver excellent customer service, and establish and maintain an organized professional environment.

Assist the physician in treatments and procedures and ensure physician orders are completed in a timely manner.

Demonstrate proficiency in cast removal, suture and staple removal, and application of off the shelf braces.

Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers.

Participate in our supportive and team-oriented environment.

Medical Assistant:

A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

Certified Medical Assistant

BLS Certification

• Non-Discrimination Policy
• Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.