Medical Clinical Associate - IBD Clinical - Mount Sinai Hospital - FT Days M-F 9:30AM-5:30PM

The Medical Clinical Associate, through the performance of a variety of technical and routine tasks, contributes to patient care in an ambulatory setting, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse and within the policies of the Department of Nursing and The Mount Sinai Health System.

1. Assists in patient care by performing the following:

a. Obtains and records vital signs.

b. Collects and processes blood, urine, sputum and stool specimens.

c. Reports changes in patient parameters or unusual values to the Registered Professional Nurse or physician.

d. Provides assistance with procedures such as stocking exam rooms with appropriate supplies.

e. Assists in the collection of screening data, i.e., personal data, chief complaints, past, present, family and social history.

f. Collects specimens for selected tests that assist with diagnosis treatment: urine pregnancy tests, throat cultures, and hemocult.

g. Participates with follow-up of abnormal lab data as directed by the Registered Professional Nurse or physician.

h. Applies principles of aseptic technique and infection control, including the use of protective gear.

i. Assists with the procurement of equipment and supplies.

j. Orients patients to ambulatory clinic policies and procedures.

k. Transports patients and equipment as needed         

l. Performs any and all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the RN/LPN within the framework of the New York State Nurse Practice Act and MSHS Policy and Procedures 

2. Communicates in a clear, concise manner

a. Handles all information in accordance with patient confidentiality regulations.

b. Is open and responsive to the diverse backgrounds and experience of other people and promotes an environment that is sensitive to cultural diversity.

c. Treats patients with empathy and impartiality.

d. Communicates in a courteous and positive manner.

e. Relates positively to patients, family and staff within the organization.

f. Gives verbal reports to designated RNs and/or MDs.

g. Reports all problems to Clinical Nurse Manager.

3. Maintains competence in various tasks, skills, concepts and functions.

a. Attends JCAHO and mandatory inservice and educational programs within the department and hospital.

b. Adheres to departmental policies, procedures and practices.

c. Participates actively in unit based interdisciplinary meetings.

d. Participates in projects and programs carried out within the department.

e. Adheres to The Mount Sinai Hospital dress code.

f. Assists with the preparation and maintenance of medical records.

g. Participates in the continuous quality improvement activities of the unit.

h. Assists in the operational functioning of the unit by insuring inventory needs of equipment and supplies.

i. Locates resources and information for patients and family.

4. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High School diploma or GED
• Preferred experience in a medical office or acute care setting.
• Certificate as Medical Office Assistant/Nursing Assistant preferred.
• BCLS certification Required Issuing Authority: AHA or Red Cross

Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSH

Compensation Statement

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for this role is $26.47 - $28.73 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

SEIU 1199 at Mount Sinai Hospital, 466 - IBD Clinical - MSH, Mount Sinai Hospital

Strength Through Diversity

The Mount Sinai Health System believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Mount Sinai’s unrivaled record of achievement, education, and advancement as we revolutionize medicine together. We invite you to participate actively as a part of the Mount Sinai Health System team by:  

• Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential.
• Serving as a role model confronting racist, sexist, or other inappropriate actions by speaking up, challenging exclusionary organizational practices, and standing side-by-side in support of colleagues who experience discrimination.
• Inspiring and fostering an environment of anti-racist behavior