What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at FORESTDALE INC.?
Forestdale (FD) is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care (FC) services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in Queens and Brooklyn. We help thousands of families work through acute and complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. FD’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.
Job Summary
The Medical Assistant performs a variety of tasks in conjunction with the team-based approach to health care for clients served by FD’s Article 29i facility. They will work closely with the nursing team and the Director of Health Services to ensure our clients receive comprehensive care.
Major Responsibilities/Activities
- Maintain and track mental, dental and medical referrals and follow up
- Initial and annual special and exceptional rate packets
- Coordinate and resolve medication inquiries from pharmacy and patients
- Clerical and administrative duties as assigned
- Answer calls, emails and prepare health service documents as needed.
- Enter required information into the EHR
Minimum Requirements
- Associate / Bachelor’s degree
- Spanish-speaking preferred
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft office and electronic health systems.
Salary: $21.98 - $27.75
Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits:
- Four weeks’ vacation
- Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance
- 401(k), 7% employer contribution 2% match
- Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans
- Flexible Schedule
- Opportunities for educational scholarships
Additional Information
Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.
Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.
Salary : $22 - $28
