Medical Assistant Internal Medicine North Babylon

NYU Langone Health; North Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 55,523 - 67,862; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time-off program

Wellness program focused on multiple aspects of health

Job summary

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Internal Medicine department in North Babylon. In this role, you will assist physicians and nurses in providing competent care, ensuring that patients are well attended to during their visits.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and be a graduate of a Medical Assistant program or have 2 years of relevant experience. The position offers an annual salary of $61,692.75, reflecting the importance of the healthcare services provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program or 2 years of Medical Assistant experience.
• Effective communication with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses in patient care tasks.
• Obtain vital signs, weights, and EKG.
• Ensure exam rooms are cleaned and prepared after each patient.
• Assist with training new Medical Assistants.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Tools

Basic knowledge of computers

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine - North Babylon.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting physicians and nurses in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; providing competent, safe, and compassionate care with an emphasis on understanding the challenges faced by hospitalized patients during 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 EKG; assist with phlebotomy; ensure chart availability; 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; assist with light housekeeping duties, including spills; help patients obtain food, toileting, ambulation, and maintain comfort.
• Assure completion of patient charges as per policy.
• Clean and sterilize designated equipment; answer telephone; assist staff in scheduling treatments; assist patients and communicate with physicians for prescription renewals.
• Stock exam rooms and treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and chart forms.
• Assist with training new Medical Assistants; may perform administrative responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduated from a Medical Assistant program or have 2 years of Medical Assistant experience.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and 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 Wellness

We provide a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. These resources support employees at all stages of life.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusion. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

Salary Transparency

The salary range for this role is $61,692.75 - $61,692.75 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and hospital need.