Medical Assistant/22/HCD021

Pride Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a client’s medical facility in Bronx, NY (10461). This is a 3+ month contract assignment with potential for permanency based on performance.

The role involves taking vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, vaccinations, POCT, and routine back-office duties while ensuring HIPAA compliance and compassionate patient care. Epic EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of preferred experience as Medical Assistant.
• Medical Assistant Certification from a National Board.
• High school diploma or GED equivalence.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs accurately.
• Phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Perform EKGs.
• Administer vaccinations and injections as assigned.
• Perform point-of-care testing (urinalysis, glucose, rapid tests).
• Patient intake and rooming.
• Medication reconciliation and histories.
• Utilize EMR/EHR, especially Epic.
• Maintain infection control and HIPAA compliance.
• Prepare exam rooms and manage supplies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

POCT

Urinalysis

Communication

Customer service

Medical terminology

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification (national)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Assistant to support our client’s medical facility in Bronx, NY (10461). This is a 3+ month contract assignment (convertible to permanent based on your work performance).

Specific Duties:

• Taking vital signs accurately
• Phlebotomy and specimen collection
• Performing EKGs
• Administering/assisting with vaccinations and injections
• Performing basic point-of-care testing (urinalysis, glucose, rapid tests, etc.)
• Patient intake and rooming
• Medication reconciliation and documenting medical histories
• Using an EMR/EHR, especially Epic
• Maintaining infection control and following HIPAA/safety procedures
• Preparing exam rooms and maintaining supplies
• Compassionate and empathetic

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of preferred experience
• Medical Assistant Certification from any National Board
• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Current BLS certification (through an approved American Heart Association Training Centre or the
• Proven good communication and customer service skills
• Experience with phlebotomy, EKGs, POCT, urinalysis, and other back-office procedures.

What skills/attributes are nice to have, and will set a candidate apart?

• Basic computer literacy required, with intermediate Excel skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• The ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies is required
• Good communication and customer service skills required
• Preferred Education. Experience & Skills
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant

Additional Information:

• Location: Bronx, NY (10461)
• Job Type: 3+ months contract-to-hire
• Schedule: 4 days (Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun)
• Shifts: Sunday 9 AM- 6 PM / Monday & Tuesday 9 AM- 9 PM / Wednesday 9 AM- 3 PM
• Pay Range: $20-$23/hr. on W2

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*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions:

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.