Patient Care Associate - Bronx

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

FSA/HSA

Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D

401(k) plan

Job summary

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join our multidisciplinary clinic team. You will handle patient intake at the front desk, review medical history, provide education on sexual and reproductive health, and document in the EHR to support accurate care and billing.

The role requires a Medical Assistant certification, phlebotomy training, and at least one year of MA experience; we value flexibility, strong customer service, and commitment to health

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program.
• Phlebotomy certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Assistant work experience.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Commitment to health equity and respectful patient care.
• Flexibility in schedule including evenings or Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Handle patient intake at the clinic front desk and obtain medical history.
• Educate patients about human sexuality, family planning, and general health.
• Document in the electronic medical record using templates and forms.
• Assist in clinic operations, ensure wait times are minimized.
• Ensure charge capture and accurate CVR data for services.
• Provide interpretation support as needed and assist in abortion services.
• Maintain BLS certification and participate in competency training.

Skills

Superior customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility in schedule

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Phlebotomy certification

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

At Planned Parenthood of Greater New York(PPGNY), our greatest strengths are the employees who empower every individual with the information, resources, and care they need to live happy, healthy lives.

We are a team of trustedhealth care providers, educators, andfierce advocatescommitted toadvancingequity and improvinghealth outcomesin communities that face systemic barriers to quality, innovativesexual and reproductive healthservices– including birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, cancerscreenings, STI testing and treatment, HIVtestingand prevention,transgender hormone therapy,wellness exams, crisis counseling, and financial counseling.PPGNYalso proudly providescompassionate, nonjudgmental abortion services.

Picture yourself here:

As part of a multi-disciplinary team providing medical care, the PCA is responsible for patient intake in the clinic and front desk, obtaining complete medical history, provides education about human sexuality, family planning, abortion, colposcopy, LEEP and general health education, as applicable.

What the Patient Care Associate does:

• Reviews the patient health history for completeness and records findings. Alerts APC regarding critical information about the patient chief complaint, history of present illness, and other patient information.
• Documents competently in the electronic medical record using the correct PPGNY templates and forms.
• Assists in promoting optimum center operations, excellent patient service and compliance with both agency and funding source policies and regulations.
• Adheres to affiliate goals and policies on professionalism, wait time in-clinic and on the phone, and the system for addressing client complaints.
• Assess flow of patients through health center to minimize patient wait times.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new clinic staff, as indicated
• Ensures charge capture and financial reporting by accurately documenting in EHR and completing CVR data as appropriate for all medical and counseling services provided.
• Ensures access to interpreter services for patients with communication barriers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provides health education and care related to sexual and reproductive healthcare
• Provide accurate patient centered, non-judgmental, education according to MS&G and signs informed consent related to visit.
• Performs laboratory tests as ordered, completes laboratory requisitions, and packages labs for transport according to PPGNY lab procedures. Runs Daily Controls.
• Performs clinic opening and closing duties; clinic and equipment cleaning; re-stocking supplies, etc. Reports facility and equipment issues, as indicated
• Follows all lab and quality assurance protocols; uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection control precautions
• Assists in abortion service in a variety of functions as needed, including abortion counseling, Products of Conception (POC) room, float and assisting in surgical room.
• Attends monthly didactics and incorporates information into daily care provision.
• Maintains clinical skills and competencies as required by PPGNY, PPFA, and NYS DOH. Participates in annual competency checks and training for all new services, tests, and skills as assigned.
• Maintains up-to-date Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED
• Medical Assistant certification from an accredited school or program
• Minimum 1 year of work experience as a Medical Assistant
• You have a certification in Phlebotomy
• A demonstrated commitment to PPGNY’s mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice
• Experience with Electronic Health Records
• Superior customer service and teamwork skills
• Flexibility in work schedule including non-consecutive workdays, evenings or Saturdays
• You are interested in expanding your analysis and knowledge about the role that racial inequity plays in our society, and are committed to building and/or deepening your commitment to racial equity in your work

What makes you stand out:

• Previous experience working with electronic health record.
• Proficiency in other languages
• Prior Planned Parenthood employment
• Prior health care employment
• Previous experience in a high-volume customer service role
• Work experience in Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, Pregnancy Testing, Rapid HIV Testing
• Work experience in Sexual Reproductive Health
• Work experience in Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, Pregnancy Testing, Rapid HIV Testing
• Knowledge of Medicaid screening

$26.86 - $26.86 an hour

PPGNY’s benefits package includes:

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents

FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds

Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment

All positions at PPGNY require:

Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.

At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.

PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.