Medical Assistants- Opportunities

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.

$16.00-$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.