Job Information
Charles B. Wang Community Health Center Medical Assistant in New York
Full-Time Medical Assistant
Reports To: Head Nurse
Lower Manhattan/Flushing Queens
New York
United States
Responsibilities :
Direct patient care and support
Perform nursing tasks under the direction of the registered nurse or authorized health care providers
Interview patients and records medical history, take vital signs, and prepare patients for medical visits
Conduct health/risk screening using standardized tools
Collect laboratory specimens as ordered
Assist providers in procedures using sterile or aseptic techniques
Promote patient self-management by providing patient education, appointment reminders and support in collaboration with the care team
Facilitate communication for patients and health care providers by providing translation or interpretation as needed
Complete accurate EMR documentation of patient information and services provided
Effective teamwork, communication and collaboration as part of practice-wide care team
Demonstrate curiosity and understanding of patient registration, administrative workflows and prior authorization processes
Collaborate with the care team to conduct pre-visit planning and post-visit follow-up
Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) projects and other related activities
Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; and participating in team problem-solving
Adapt to changes in practice operations, workflows and patient needs as they emerge
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications :
High School Diploma and 2 years of work experience
Associate's Degree preferred
Work experience in the health care field preferred
Medical Assistant Certification preferred
Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required (Health Center will provide if needed)
Bilingual in English/Chinese preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
Good problem solving skills and interested in learning all aspects of the practice
Compensation and Benefits :
Salary: $40,000.00 - 46,000.00 per year
Medical insurance
Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance
403(b) retirement savings plan
Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care
Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and
The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program