Medical Assistant

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Assistant to support our client's medical facility in Poughkeepsie, NY (12601). This is a 3+ month contract assignment (convertible to permanent based on your work performance). And a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organisation! Specific Duties: Demonstrates clinical competence in the direct care of patients in established area(s) of practice and assists physicians with procedures. Performs clinical duties within scope of practice, complying with accepted departmental standards, policies, and protocols. Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient's individual and family needs at the time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner. Directs and/or escorts patients to exam rooms in a timely manner. Demonstrates clinical competence when assisting physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses during exams and office diagnostic procedures or treatments. Performs authorized procedures competently (e.g., vital signs, vision screening, selected laboratory tests, EKGs, point-of-care testing) as directed by a physician or nurse in the clinical practice area. Seeks validation and guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses when necessary. Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies when instructed by a physician and in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Inspects, cleans, prepares, and processes instruments and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and established protocols. Processes specimens for transport to the laboratory, ensuring specimens are properly labeled and that appropriate orders have been entered into the electronic medical record system. Requirements Minimum of 1 year of preferred experience Previous Family Medicine or Primary Care 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) 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: Poughkeepsie, NY (12601) Job Type: 3+ months contract-to-hire Schedule: 5 days (Mon-Fri) Shifts: 8 AM – 5 PM Pay Range: $20-$23/hr. on W2 PHCUHGClinical *Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials. Pride-Health 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, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Pride-Health is 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 Pride-Health is 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.