PrimeCare Medical of New York, Inc. is looking for enthusiastic and hard-working Medical Assistant (MA) to work part-time in the medical department at the Rensselaer County Jail located in Troy, NY. The ideal Medical Assistant should be upbeat and maintain a pleasant working attitude when dealing with staff and patients.

Available Hours: M, W, F from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Job Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for a variety of daily tasks and duties including performing the initial intake screening on new receptions, taking vital signs and completing all appropriate intake forms per written protocol. In addition, the Medical Assistant will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas for the facility.

Other responsibilities for the Medical Assistant will include:

• Phoning verification of medications and medical information.
• Obtaining lab specimens as ordered by the physician (to include Venipunctures).
• Performing various treatments ordered by a Physician.
• Maintaining medication records.
• Administering tuberculin skin testing on new intakes and on annual follow-ups due on all inmates/patients.
• Typing of various reports, letters and memoranda.
• Answering telephone and process calls.
• Maintaining filing system and confidentiality of information at all times.
• Following universal precautions at all times.
• Maintaining pleasant working attitude.
• Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated

This is a fast-paced position, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multitask and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the CMA must also bring some clerical experience and ability to type to the position in order to be considered.

Other requirements include:

• Currently hold a Medical Assistant Certification.
• Effective communication skills.
• Pleasant telephone manner.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Working knowledge of office equipment and medical equipment.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.

Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of Correctional healthcare!