Medical Assistant
Institute for Community Living
Brooklyn, NY
Sign-On Bonus

Medical Assistant-49543502

NOTE: All applicants must comply with ICL"s vaccination policy. Individuals selected for employment cannot begin working until they provide verification that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with an FDA-authorized vaccine). Job Summary: The Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep shelter medical clinics and psychiatric services running smoothly. Medical Assistant works with the MD and Psych NP in providing triage medical and psychiatric services to the clients living at the Tillary Street Women's Shelter and the Borden Ave Veterans Shelter programs. The duties of the medical assistant may vary from Shelter to Shelter depending on the location and population. The Medical Assistant reports to the Shelter MD and the Shelter Associate Chief Medical Officer-ICL and maintains a cooperative working relationship with patients, clients, medical staff, shelter staff and interdepartmental personnel. Duties and Responsibilities: The Medical Assistant is expected to practice safe and ethical assistant duties within his/her scope under the direction of Physician. The Medical Assistant should understand his/her own limitations, seeking advice and assistance when necessary. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to the following: * Clerical Duties * Answer Telephone * Greet patients * Update and file patient medical records * Fill out insurance forms * Handle both written and verbal correspondence * Schedule appointments * Assist with hospital admissions and/or Emergencies * Clinical Duties * Taking medical histories * Taking and recording vital signs * Explaining treatment procedures to patients * Preparing patients for examination * Assisting physician with examinations * Collect and prepare laboratory specimens * Perform laboratory tests and blood work * Work with pharmacies in attaining client medication * Dispose of contaminated supplies * Sterilize medical equipment * Authorize prescription refills as directed by physician * Perform EKGs * Change dressings * Utilize resources and materials in an efficient and safe manner * Consistently practice universal precautions * Performs all duties promptly in a competent and caring manner * Maintain good working relations and communication among patients/residents and all healthcare personnel * Present a neat appearance and dress in compliance with the client facilities policies The Medical Assistant is responsible and accountable to their assigned patients and to the client Institution. The Medical Assistant is under the direct supervision of the Physician or other assigned personnel and must have the ability to follow directions/instruction from his/her supervisor. Essential Functions: * Must present a professional appearance and demeanor * Maintain confidentiality of patient information * Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing * Participates in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills for continued competence * Perform all duties using proper body mechanics * Ability to operate and handle many kinds of medical equipment * Stand for long periods with frequent squatting, twisting, bending, kneeling and reaching to prepare equipment, materials or objects in order to provide patient care or maintain the patient environment * Sensory requirements include speech for communication and vision, smell, touch and hearing to monitor patient status. * Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination * Ability to work in a stressful environment * Consistent attendance is required to assure that the client's facilities needs and patient needs are met * To comply with all client facilities policies, procedures and practices * To comply with all company policies and to uphold our standards of excellence while on assignment at our client facilities. Minimum Requirements * Certified Medical Assistant