Medical Assistant

Housing Works • New York, NY

16d • $18 - $19

About The Position

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the Medical Assistant will provide medical support for medical providers as well as general support for other clinical activities such as maintaining equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Medical Assistant certification required (CCMA/CRMA)
• Computer literate
• Housing Works requires employees working in our Health Services division to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a legal accommodation. If you need an accommodation for any reason, including related to this job requirement, please contact Human Resources.

Nice To Haves

• Health care experience preferred
• Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

• Organizes and prepares patient summary sheets and charts for daily clinic.
• Checks exam room for patient encounter and restock, clean as necessary.
• Calls patients from the lobby into the exam room.
• Obtains chief complaint from patient.
• Obtains vital signs as appropriate per patient visit and medical provider preference.
• Documents vital signs in Eclinical Works.
• Assists with patient care under the direction of appropriate medical provider or Nurse Manager.
• Understands and maintains universal precautions in all clinical activities.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed.

Benefits

• We have three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from based on your priorities and budget. Housing Works covers most of the plan; you pay a portion, based on your salary.
• Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year.
• We offer employees an educational benefit. This money is available for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and text books.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees