What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant) - Regular Part-Time or Full-Time position at Planned Parenthood of Central & Western New York?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Patient Care Assistant (Regular Part-Time or Full-Time) Niagara Falls, NY
Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY) protects and provides health care and education that empowers individuals and families. With respect. Without judgment. No matter what.
Diversity and inclusion are core values at Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY). PPCWNY recruits exceptional and diverse staff. PPCWNY strives to develop staff into leaders for a diverse and global workplace.
In support of Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY)'s mission, the Patient Care Assistant will work with the health center staff in providing education and counseling for patients and support services in all health center functions to ensure patients receive professional services in a timely manner.
Essential Functions
Patient In-Take Process
- Independently handles the intake process by determining the reason for visit and assisting the patient with the completion of forms, releases, etc.
- Clearly and accurately records data in the Electronic Health Record including vital signs and medical / family / social history
- Performs routine tests, including but not limited to : urine pregnancy tests, HIV tests, blood draws, urine specimen collection and urine dips, as ordered by the provider
- Assists the Clinician, as requested, in the exam room by providing patient support, basic education about reproductive health care, birth control, STI's, etc.
- Handles all other support functions required for an organized, smooth running health center
- Supports other members of the health center team by attending and participating in staff meetings; may assist with training of new staff or attending training workshops as required
- Responsible for opening and closing exam rooms according to written procedures
- Works on other projects as assigned by the Health Center Manager, Nurse or Director of Health Center Operations
- Participates in the annual update of all reference materials used in the health center to ensure accuracy and consistency in accordance with PPFA Medical Standards and Guidelines
- Participates in programs to ensure that cross training occurs leading to support of all health center programs / services
- Accepts individual and joint responsibility for, participates in, and works to achieve productivity, customer service, and capacity goals as set by PPCWNY
- Shows respect to all internal and external customers for differences in backgrounds, lifestyles, viewpoints and needs in areas such as race, gender, ethnicity, creed, sexual orientation and others
Patient Services Support
Requirements
Applicants must possess the following qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) :
Education-
Experience-
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities-
Physical Requirements
Work Schedule This is a regular part-time (22-30 hours) or full-time (37.5 hours) position. Days may vary Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays required.
Benefits & Compensation At PPCWNY, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency. In alignment with these efforts, the pay for this position ranges from $19.18 to $22.30 / hour. Actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by law.
In addition to competitive compensation, PPCWNY offers an extensive benefits package with generous Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, affordable medical, dental, and vision options, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) with match, and much more!
Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
We are committed to workforce diversity and aspire to reflect the communities we serve. To that end, we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ identifying individuals, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply.
Salary Description
19.18 to $22.30 / hour
Salary : $19 - $22
