Orthopedic Medical Assistant – Fast-Paced NYC Clinic

NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in Manhattan seeks a Medical Assistant at Langone Orthopedic Center to support physicians and nurses in patient care. The role handles vital signs, specimen handling, and ensuring smooth patient flow while maintaining room readiness.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited MA program (or current MA certification). Experience with EKGs, phlebotomy, and strong communication across teams is preferred; we offer a comprehensive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Program from an accredited institution or certification from a national MA certifying body (AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NHA).

Responsibilities

• Assists patients and communicates with physicians to obtain prescription renewals as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs; assists with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed.
• Maintains patient flow and escorts patients and specimens.
• Ensures chart is available with relevant lab work for the physician.
• Stocks exam/treatment rooms with supplies and notifies when low.
• Cleans and sterilizes equipment; assists with housekeeping duties as needed.
• Assists with patient charges as per policy.
• Assists physicians with procedures and supports scheduling/treatment coordination.

Skills

Communication with physicians

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

Certification from MA certifying body

Job description

NYU Langone Health in Manhattan seeks a Medical Assistant at Langone Orthopedic Center to support physicians and nurses in patient care. The role handles vital signs, specimen handling, and ensuring smooth patient flow while maintaining room readiness.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited MA program (or current MA certification). Experience with EKGs, phlebotomy, and strong communication across teams is preferred; we offer a comprehensive