LPN / LVN
Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, NY
days
Sign-On Bonus

LPN/ Medical Assistant

Overview How you move is why we're here. Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let's talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise Medical Assistant / LPN Part-Time Position Overview: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Scope of Duties: * Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams (Registration, Radiology, Physician Practice Management, Physical Therapy) * Escorting patients to exam rooms and preparing them for examinations, reviewing patient statuses and assisting in obtaining patient data. * Obtain PCR nasal swabs for pre-surgical patients * Support the Pre-Surgical Screening program by assisting nurses and obtaining vital signs, lab specimens (venipuncture) and EKG's. * Preparing specimens for the lab and ensuring hand-off to courier * Foster efficient patient throughput, deliver excellent customer service, and establish and maintain an organized professional environment. * Assist the physician in treatments and procedures and ensure physician orders are completed in a timely manner. * Demonstrate proficiency in cast removal, suture and staple removal, and application of off the shelf braces. * Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers. * Participate in our supportive and team-oriented environment. Medical Assistant Scope of Duties: * Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams (Registration, Radiology, Physician Practice Management, Physical Therapy) * Escorting patients to exam rooms and preparing them for examinations, reviewing patient statuses and assisting in obtaining patient data. * Obtain PCR nasal swabs for pre-surgical patients * Support the Pre-Surgical Screening program by assisting nurses and obtaining vital signs, lab specimens (venipuncture) and EKG's. * Preparing specimens for the lab and ensuring hand-off to courier * Foster efficient patient throughput, deliver excellent customer service, and establish and maintain an organized professional environment. * Assist the physician in treatments and procedures and ensure physician orders are completed in a timely manner. * Demonstrate proficiency in cast removal, suture and staple removal, and application of off the shelf braces. * Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers. * Participate in our supportive and team-oriented environment. Qualifications LPN Minimum Requirements * Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing * Current NY State LPN license and registration * BLS certification Medical Assistant Minimum Requirements * A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and be a Certified Medical Assistant * BLS Certification Other Requirements #LI-Onsite Pay Range - Minimum USD $34.65/Hr. Pay Range - Maximum USD $35.42/Hr.