JOB TITLE: Surgical Medical Assistant DEPARTMENT: Urology STATUS: Full time, Non-Exempt LOCATION: 50 Eastdale Ave North Poughkeepsie, NY with travel to New Windsor and Kingston REPORTS TO: Director of Operations SHIFT/CORE HOURS: M-F, 7:00am-5:30pm (4 days a week) Exciting Careers Await at Premier Medical Group! Who We Are We are a physician-owned, multi-specialty medical practice with strong roots in the Hudson Valley. At Premier Medical Group, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding, quality healthcare across our community and beyond. Our large and diverse network is comprised of over 500 dedicated team members working across 16 locations, including a robust team of 100 providers offering care in 14 distinct specialties. We pride ourselves on delivering the latest in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services, compassionate care, and a team-oriented approach. If you're passionate about making a difference and being part of a team committed to improving community health, we want YOU to join us! Who You Are You're a compassionate and results-oriented individual who thrives in a patient-centered healthcare environment! You're a skilled communicator, effortlessly connecting with patients, colleagues, physicians, and the public. You possess strong critical thinking abilities and a positive outlook, tackling challenges with creativity and flexibility. You're eager to contribute to the success of Premier Medical Group, embracing the opportunity to travel to different locations within our network as needed. What We Offer + Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage + Voluntary Benefits (e.g., life insurance, disability) + 22 paid time off days (including holidays) at start, with growth over time + 401(k) with up to 5% Employer Contribution/Profit Sharing + Education Assistance + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellness support + ...And Much More! The Surgical Tech/Medical Assistant functions under the supervision and guidance of the Clinical Director, RN Team Lead and/or Physician and participates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatment to patients and provides clinical support and technical assistance to the professional medical and other staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Assists physicians with patient office visits, including putting patients in rooms, interviewing patients, recording vital signs including pulse rate, blood pressure, height and weight, and enters information in patient’s electronic medical record. + Performs select clinical tests including, but not limited to; urinalysis, urine culture and sensitivity, pregnancy tests, blood glucose monitoring, bladder scans, uroflow, and urodynamics. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. + Organizes exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep, and re-stocking of supplies. + Sterilizes, packages, and autoclaves instruments, using proper sterilization protocols. + Assists physicians with office-based procedures and office-based procedures under anesthesia by setting up proper equipment for specific procedures; participating in time out procedure; assisting in actual procedure. + Carries out medical and surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures. + Labels and processes patient specimens as needed, including tracking specimens in appropriate logs. + Demonstrates appropriate hand washing technique to ensure proper infection control and follows universal precautions. + Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. + Assists in keeping accurate instrument counts + Adheres to PMG policies and procedures + Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS + Certification as a Surgical Tech preferred + Previous experience as a Surgical Tech desired + Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. + Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, patients, co-workers, vendors and the public + Critical thinking skills and a positive attitude essential + Travel to any of the Premier Medical Group locations is necessary Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer