Career Opportunities

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   Volunteer Associate  Per-Diem (15 hours per week) 15 hours per week- 2 or 3 weekdays (daytime office hours)-Onsite Job Description - Manages VSys (volunteer database) to add application, track volunteer hours, maintain orientation modules, set up training and other vital data including report summary of volunteers - Provide coverage, customer service (phone or email) trouble shoot and respond to initial volunteer inquiries - Schedule new applicant virtual interviews, medical appointments, photo ID’s - Interfaces with site supervisors to ensure strong matches and retention of volunteers - Responsible for monthly evaluations, exit interviews, returning of photo ID and jackets when volunteers are terminated - Responsible for department supplies, tracking inventory, mailings - Manages new tech projects for department in order to reach a broader candidate pool - Covers all aspects of the department when director is away - Other duties as requested

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   Patient Access Specialist  Westside OPC-Registration Full-Time   A highly visible part time  customer service position that is responsible for obtaining surgical and diagnostic authorizations on behalf of HSS and HSS physicians.  The Patient Access Specialist is an expert in areas of customer service, registration, insurance, and HSS Standards of Care.  The Patient Access Specialist is expected to score in the top 5% of measureable categories within 6 months of hire.   Responsibilities - Obtain authorizations for surgical and radiology procedures - Verify insurance and obtain benefits - Communicate with physician offices regarding status of authorizations - Collect payments for inpatient and ambulatory procedures - Request and deliver estimates for hospital services prior to service  

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   LPN  Westside OPC - Private Practice Full-Time   Hospital for Special Surgery, #1 in Orthopedics for the last 14 years, is currently looking for an experienced and energetic Full Time LPN for our Westside OPC Private Practice located in New York, NY.   Working under the supervision of one our prominent MD’s, you will provide the upmost deliverance of patient care in the physician’s office setting.   Scope of duties will include: - Assisting the physician in treatments and procedures - Proficiency in obtaining vital signs, height and weight, venipuncture, cast removal, suture and staple removal and application of off-the-shelf braces - Rooming patients - Overseeing patient flow - Stocking exam room 

.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.   CSP Loaner Specialist Central Sterile Processing Full-Time   Eves - 4pm-12:15am Monday - Friday Overview:   This position is responsible for the overall management of the Loaner and consignment instrument process. Supports and troubleshoots all customer issues between the Peri-operative services, Central Sterile Processing and vendor representatives pertaining to loaner instruments brought into the hospital. Manages the loaner module data within the instrument tracking system.   Responsibilities: - Manage inventory and ownership for consigned or loaned surgical instruments at HSS. - Establish and manage quality and safety controls for consigned and loaned instruments. - Responsible for new incoming consignment and loaner instruments being inventoried and confirmed against the vendor provided component list. - Responsible for outgoing consignment and loaner instruments being inventoried and confirmed against the original vendor provided component list. - Demonstrates measurable knowledge of orthopedic instruments including 3 to 5 years of hands on tray assembly, packaging and sterilization of orthopedic instrumentation. - Demonstrates measurable knowledge of sterile processing principles in order to ensure the process for loaner instruments is based upon AAMI and AORN best practice. - Demonstrates ability to work with instrument manufacturer representatives and couriers to ensure shipments of instruments follow the established process. - Develops, maintains, reports and posts Vendor Key Performance Indicators (Vendor Matrix). - Demonstrates good organizational skills including filing and reconciliation systems. - Ability to instruct and train other CSP staff in identification of orthopedic instruments and care, handling and inspection of instruments. - Coordinate with OR staff scheduling and physician offices to ensure the OR suite has what is needed for the case and to avoid immediate use sterilization. - Maintains consignment documentation for CSP ensuring an accurate updated vendor agreement is on file. - Coordinates the quality control and assessment of loaner instrumentation and provides appropriate reports reflecting the opportunities for improvement among CSP & OR staff  

  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  Part-Time   Summary:   Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Medical Assistant performs delegated duties related to patient care activities and procedures with a varied level of acuity. Qualified candidates are committed to exceptional service and display enthusiasm for working as part of a cohesive team.   Responsibilities - Prepare patients for exams and orient patient/family to the environment - Confirm radiology services have been completed prior to physician visits - Assist with disinfecting exam rooms between patient use - Assist patients with wayfinding and transport (e.g., wheelchair) throughout the site - Assist in managing patient information, uploading CD images & making copies of pertinent exams - Assist with patient rooming tasks (i.e., medical history, vital signs, pulse oximeter readings, height/weight, etc.) - Assist prescribers with procedures - Assist with stocking exam rooms - Ensure patient care areas are neat and presentable - Provide exceptional customer service to all patients, visitors, and staff - Respond to patient, visitor, and staff inquiri

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.   Unit Assistant Full-Time     As an integral member of perioperative team, the successful Unit Assistant candidate provides assistance with transportation of patients, operating room turnover, delivery of equipment, and related items. Unit Assistants provide key support to the perioperative service.   Responsibilities - Provides support to the multidisciplinary health care team to maintain and promote the standards of care and safety. - Provides assistance with transportation of patients, room turnover, equipment - Has knowledge of operating room set-ups for various surgical procedures - Maintains supplies at all times - Recognizes when equipment needs repair and follows up with appropriate personnel or department - Maintains a hazard-free environment by disposing of filled linen hampers and medical waste appropriately - Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers - Promote a supportive and team-oriented environment - Support departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the hospital

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.   Unit Assistant Full-Time     As an integral member of perioperative team, the successful Unit Assistant candidate provides assistance with transportation of patients, operating room turnover, delivery of equipment, and related items. Unit Assistants provide key support to the perioperative service.   Responsibilities - Provides support to the multidisciplinary health care team to maintain and promote the standards of care and safety. - Provides assistance with transportation of patients, room turnover, equipment - Has knowledge of operating room set-ups for various surgical procedures - Maintains supplies at all times - Recognizes when equipment needs repair and follows up with appropriate personnel or department - Maintains a hazard-free environment by disposing of filled linen hampers and medical waste appropriately - Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers - Promote a supportive and team-oriented environment - Support departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the hospital

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   Clinical Nurse I Float Pool Full-Time 12:00pm - 10:15pm   As a Clinical Nurse (RN), you will become an integral member of our Magnet Nursing team. The successful RN candidate will be focused on – patient advocacy and delivering the highest quality of care to our patients!  Working in an evidence-based nursing environment that commands excellence every day,  RN's will provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative nursing care to our patients and their families in this acute care setting.  Our core values center on respect, consideration, compassion for all individuals and maintaining awareness of diverse cultural and religious beliefs.  Your capacity to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and promote the highest standards of care and safety is critical to the mission of Nursing in HSS.   Clinical Nurse Responsibilities - Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary health care teams to maintain the standards of professional nursing practices in a clinical setting - Collect comprehensive data on patients’ health (from patients and/or family members); Analyze data to determine needs & develop individualized care plans; update care plans based on progression and pathway as well as manage care delivery - Ensure that all prescriber orders are carried out appropriately and timely; work collaboratively with ancillary staff, including Patient Care Assistants - Integrate patient care standards in all clinical activities; participate in performance improvement activities to improve patient safety, quality of care and patient outcomes - Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers - Promote a supportive and team-oriented environment - Support departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the hospital  

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   Research Fellow Full-Time Overview:    We are looking for a research fellow to join the Trauma and Sports Medicine Service Lines. Responsibilities include: - Develops and maintains research databases with guidance from Principal Investigator - Performs data collection and data entry for studies as requested.  Schedules and conducts subject interviews, follow-up visits and phone calls to obtain data as per protocol.  Ensures accuracy when transcribing data from data collection sheets, medical records, or electronic institutional databases or other source documents into databases. - Performs or helps facilitate informed consent procedures following all regulatory guidelines.  - Participates in protocol development in collaboration with Principal Investigator and co-investigators. Conducts literature searches; actively participates in development meetings; reviews and edits protocol document; prepares study initiation documents. - Prepares drafts of protocols and manuscripts as requested by the Principal Investigator. - Performs IRB submissions for initial approvals, re-approvals, amendments, etc.  Prepares, submits and files IRB and all regulatory documents, ie., data collection sheets, protocol amendments, protocol deviations, adverse event forms, etc. - Prepares information required for reports to research administration as needed. - Ensures that all research related regulatory, institutional, and departmental compliance requirements are met as appropriate. - Conducts statistical data analysis and prepares statistical graphs and tables in preparation for research presentations, abstract and manuscript preparation or for other publications as requested by the Principal Investigator.   

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   Patient Care Assistant Full Time   Ensuring the delivery of the highest quality of patient care, you will assist staff nurses in providing comprehensive attention to patients and families, while working in an environment that commands clinical excellence every day. Your duties will include providing input for patient care plans, reviewing patient status, and assisting in obtaining patient data. Other responsibilities will entail monitoring changes in patient conditions, supporting admission and discharge processes, and making patients and families feel at home.