Full-Time Medical Assistant Reports To: Head Nurse Lower Manhattan/Flushing Queens New York United States Responsibilities : + Direct patient care and support + Perform nursing tasks under the direction of the registered nurse or authorized health care providers + Interview patients and records medical history, take vital signs, and prepare patients for medical visits + Conduct health/risk screening using standardized tools + Collect laboratory specimens as ordered + Assist providers in procedures using sterile or aseptic techniques + Promote patient self-management by providing patient education, appointment reminders and support in collaboration with the care team + Facilitate communication for patients and health care providers by providing translation or interpretation as needed + Complete accurate EMR documentation of patient information and services provided + Effective teamwork, communication and collaboration as part of practice-wide care team + Demonstrate curiosity and understanding of patient registration, administrative workflows and prior authorization processes + Collaborate with the care team to conduct pre-visit planning and post-visit follow-up + Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) projects and other related activities + Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; and participating in team problem-solving + Adapt to changes in practice operations, workflows and patient needs as they emerge + Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications : + High School Diploma and 2 years of work experience + Associate's Degree preferred + Work experience in the health care field preferred + Medical Assistant Certification preferred + Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required (Health Center will provide if needed) + Bilingual in English/Chinese required + Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team + Good problem solving skills and interested in learning all aspects of the practice Compensation and Benefits : + Salary: $40,000.00 - 46,000.00 per year + Medical insurance + Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance + 403(b) retirement savings plan + Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care + Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment) + Employee Assistance Program + Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and + The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program