Medical Assistant: Patient Care, Labs & EMR

NYU Grossman School of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine in Manhattan is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, Advanced Care Practitioners, and nurses in patient care, room preparation, vital signs, blood draws, and specimen collection.

The role also handles scheduling, calls, data entry in EPIC, patient intake, and coordinating with translation services to ensure a smooth visit while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification or eligibility per national standards.
• Working knowledge of English with strong verbal and written communication; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for visits.
• Take and record vital signs; collect and process specimens as per policy.
• Assist physicians and nurses in patient care and documentation in EPIC.
• Schedule appointments and manage calls; handle data entry and inbasket tasks.
• Support patient flow, maintain exam rooms, and ensure infection control standards.
• Assist with prescription refills, prior authorizations, and referrals as needed.
• Ensure patient privacy and HIPAA compliance in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program (accredited)

Certified Medical Assistant (or eligible)

Tools

EPIC

MyChart

Job description

NYU Grossman School of Medicine in Manhattan is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, Advanced Care Practitioners, and nurses in patient care, room preparation, vital signs, blood draws, and specimen collection.

The role also handles scheduling, calls, data entry in EPIC, patient intake, and coordinating with translation services to ensure a smooth visit while maintaining HIPAA compliance.