The Interventional Pain Management Office of Dr. Mathew Lefkowitz, MD, is looking for a motivated and hard-working medical assistant.
Job Description: In this full-time job, you will work directly with the doctor, a group of medical assistants, administrative staff, and patients. On the patient-facing side, assistants learn to take an accurate and thorough history, assess vital signs, and assist with various interventional pain management procedures. By interacting directly with patients, assistants learn about anatomy, symptomatology, and pharmacology as related to pain medicine and management. On the administrative side, assistants learn to organize patient appointments, assist with chart notes, liaison with other doctors and healthcare professionals, and help manage varied facets of insurances. Assistants also become familiar with the electronic health system and how technology integrates with patient-care. In this fast-paced, hands-on work environment, assistants cultivate the skills to work effectively in a group, communicate effectively with patients, and clinically treat disease.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree and the successful completion of premedical coursework or a post-baccalaureate premedical program
- Intention to matriculate into medical school in/after Fall 2024
- Completion of the MCAT or an anticipated test date
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Spanish speakers and NYC locals will be prioritized
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
How to Apply: Please send a copy of your CV attached as a PDF and include a brief letter expressing your interest in the position with a summary of your availability to the following email address: lefkowitzassistantjob
