What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant-Emergency Department position at St. John's Riverside Hospital?
Overview
St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.
St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.
St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.
Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong
Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant, performs patient services as requested including phlebotomy, obtaining EKG’s, applying bandages/splints. Perform patient vital signs and other care as needed. Prepares and maintains examination and treatment areas. Prepares patients for examination/procedure. Collects and processes specimens. Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control. Applies simple dressings and/or ace bandages, and assists with splint/brace application. Performs and documents EKG’s. Performs phlebotomy.
Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent required. Medical Assistant certification/PCT or EMT certification required. CPR certification required. ED experience preferred
