Medical Assistant
Community Healthcare Network
Brooklyn, NY
Sign-On Bonus

Medical Assistant II

Community Healthcare Network is seeking for a Full-Time Medical Assistant I who will be a multi-functional position and is a key member of the health team. JOB FUNCTION: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Performs/assists in numerous procedures including vital signs (BP, HR, RR, T, HT, & WT), EKG, BMI, vision tests, specimen collections, and venipucture when necessary. * Provides/assists appropriate medical triage of patients. * Stocks examination rooms with supplies on a daily basis and as needed. * Assists providers with procedures and routine examinations in the examination rooms. * Assists nurses in preparing, completing, and maintaining medical records and reports. * Performs routine clinical administrative operations including photocopying charts, updating prenatal log book, follow-up on abnormal labs and referrals, calling patients when necessary, mailing letters to patients, and faxing referrals to central office. * Assists nurses in checking emergency box and refrigerator temperatures. * Assists nurses with ordering medications, vaccines and medical supplies as needed. * Performs venipuncture as necessary. * Provides health counseling to patients, including HIV counseling. * Coordinates with health care team to facilitate the highest quality of health services for patients. * Compliance with Infection Control policies and procedures. WHAT WE LOOK FOR: * 0-2 years of prior Medical Assistant experience required. * High School Diploma or GED. * Current Medical Assistant Certificate from a New York State Licensed School. * Current CPR Certificate or acceptance for a CPR training course within six (6) months of employment.