Medical Assistant (Full-Time)

APICHA announces an immediate opening for the position of Medical Assistant (Full-Time).

Responsibilities:

• Assists in the clinical care for clinic patients including:
  • Phlebotomy
  • Vital signs
  • Collection and processing of laboratory specimens according to external laboratory specifications
  • Gather medical information and report to provider
  • EKGs
  • Peak flow
• Medication renewals
• Consults with medical providers at the beginning of each session to ensure optimum patient flow
• Executes provider orders.
• Collaborates with members of the health team to ensure high quality medical care.
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings to help determine policies affecting clinical care.
• Maintains clinical competence through participation in appropriate learning experiences.
• Assists practitioners in the tracking of client referrals for services (e.g., medical specialty, mental health).
• Assists practitioner in the monitoring and maintaining of standards of care.
• Maintains exam room fully stocked with supplies and informs supervisor when inventory is low
• Monitors the expiration of medical and laboratory supplies
• Monitors the temperature of the vaccine and specimen refrigerator and freezer
• Assists in the maintenance of medical and laboratory equipment.
• Cross-covers the reception and registration of clients.
• Verifies tests performed are accurate and reports positive tests results to NYC DOHMH
• Recruits clients as appropriate and assigned.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Certification in Medical Assisting from an accredited program.
• Possession of a current basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS CPR) certificate.
• Ability to with all clients regarding their individual health maintenance needs.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team to meet the objectives of all programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development
• Experience working with people living with HIV/AIDS preferred
• Experience working with Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities preferred.
• Ability to speak and write an A&PI language is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work with people from diverse background in multi-cultural setting required.
• Knowledge of AIRS and eClinicalWorks software is preferred.
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

*** Compensation is commensurate with experience

Please forward resume and cover letter including salary requirements to:
Mihaela Mihai, Clinic Manager-APICHA HIV Primary Care Clinic
400 Broadway, 4th floor, New York, NY 10013, Fax: 212-334-7957
Email: Mmihai@apicha.org

APICHA is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, national origin, gender, gender expression, disability, marital status, sexual orientation.