Medical Assistant/ Patient Escort

American Endovascular is looking for an experienced Certified Medical Assistants/ Patient Escort. If you are motivated and compassionate and care about improving patients' lives, American Endovascular is the place for you. You will have the opportunity to work in a very friendly and supportive environment with dedicated professionals who value the people who work with them and are committed to excellent patient care. You will be an integral part of this team and have an opportunity to make a difference in the office and in the lives of the patients. This is a dynamic opportunity with room to grow. Phlebotomy certification is required.

Medical Assistant Responsibilities:

• Support physicians and nurses in daily operations.
• Serve as a scribe to document patient reports.
• Welcome and guide patients through their visits.
• Record vital signs and collect lab samples.
• Gather and update medical and medication history.
• Ensure supplies are stocked and equipment is cleaned.
• Maintain a sterile and organized pre- and post-op environment.
• Assist patients with scheduling follow-up appointments.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with physicians, staff, and management.
• Uphold professionalism in all patient and healthcare interactions.
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain authorizations for office visits and ultrasounds.
• Handle incoming calls and schedule patient referrals.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Patient Escort Responsibilities:

1. Patient Transportation: Escort patients from nursing homes to vascular centers and back.
2. Pre-Appointment Preparation: Visit nursing homes prior to appointment dates to ensure patients are prepped for procedures, including confirming that they haven't eaten and that all necessary paperwork is completed.
3. Coordination: Arrange and confirm transportation logistics for patients.
4. Patient Care: Assist patients with mobility and ensure their comfort during transport and at appointments.
5. Communication: Act as a liaison between nursing home staff, patients, and vascular center staff to ensure smooth coordination.
6. Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English)

Availability:

• Full Time; flexible hours depending on patient appointments and needs.
• Availability early am to evening. ( No weekends).

Location:

• Travel required between Nursing Homes and vascular centers located at 505 East 116th Street, New York, NY 10029

Qualifications:

High School Graduate

Medical Assistant School Graduate

Registered Medical Assistant issued by the state of NY.

Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support