Medical Assistant, V

Medical AssistantThe Medical Assistant will be an invaluable member of the team working in the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos research clinic at One Fordham Plaza. This is the Bronx site and one of four contracted sites conducting the study across the USA. The study is seeking a full time Medical Assistant, to perform all job functions to ensure the processing of patient specimens for lab testing in the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos research clinic. It is essential that candidate is able to communicate in Spanish/English.Position ResponsibilitiesJob responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Maintain adequate inventory of lab and/or clinical supplies.Handles administrative duties such as training, scheduling, quality assurance and monitors workflow.Perform venipuncture (blood draws)Process specimens per protocol. Oversees specimen shipping - coordinate pick-ups and tracking of specimens.Interview and record participants information (such as medical history, meds, nutrition, sleep, physical activity, neurocognitive, etc)Perform electrocardiograms; record height, weight, blood pressure, urine specimens; dental information, hearing, etc.Obtain informed consent after necessary trainingConform to all applicable HIPAA and safety guidelinesPerform clinical and lab procedures including, but not limited to: spirometry, ECG, pipetting, centrifuging, equipment calibration and maintenance, dispensing/receipt logs.Perform other related duties as assignedQualificationsAssociates degree, science major, or equivalent skills and experience required.License/Certification as a Phlebotomist technician, Nursing Assistant, and/or Medical Assistant requiredCentralized training certification in multiple study areas strongly preferredBilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.The ideal candidate will be able to communicate in a professional manner, be organized, an attentive listener and computer literate.Able to handle and assist with study equipment and surveys.The candidate should be proficient in processing blood specimens by accessioning, spinning and packaging for transport, and have knowledge of all blood and urine specimen requirements and waste/red bag disposal.In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rates for this are listed below. This rate is based on the 1199 bargaining unit contract. Hiring Rate 29.70 Post Probationary Rate 30.23 Job Rate 31.49 Minimum Salary Range USD $29.70/Hr. Maximum Salary Range USD $29.70/Hr.