Medical Assistant

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Job Summary: In this role, you will play a crucial part in the smooth functioning of the medical office by confirming appointments, conducting triage, assisting with in-house procedures, and testing, managing PCP (Primary Care Provider) conversions, handling sterilization and autoclaving, tracking supplies, documenting usage, and updating digital logbooks.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Manage and maintain sterilization processes for all equipment being used while adhering to company policies and protocols
• Conduct patient triage to assess and prioritize medical needs.
• Gather relevant information to assist healthcare providers in delivering optimal care.
• Support healthcare providers during in-house procedures such as EKG and PFT.
• Ensure a sterile and organized environment for medical examinations.
• Guide patients through the process of Primary Care Physician (PCP) conversions.
• Provide information, answer queries, and facilitate a smooth transition.
• Perform sterilization and autoclaving of medical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain adherence to infection control protocols.
• Track inventory levels of medical supplies.
• Place orders and maintain sufficient stock to support daily operations.
• Document the usage of medical items and supplies accurately.
• Maintain detailed and organized records for reference.
• Update logbooks regularly to reflect accurate information on supplies, procedures, and equipment usage.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant or Associate degree in Medical Assistant
• CPR Certification (Urgent Care)
• Internship experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Familiarity with eCW is preferred.

Required Skills:

• Competency in conducting triage, assisting with medical procedures, and performing sterilization and autoclaving.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare providers.
• Strong organizational abilities to manage supplies, documentation, and logbook updates.
• Attention to detail is crucial for accurate documentation and maintaining a sterile environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals in a dynamic medical office setting.
• Flexibility to handle diverse responsibilities and adapt to changing priorities.

$17.00-$19.00 an hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.

Compensation: 17 to 19 (USD)