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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Women's Health Medical Assistant/Required Bilingual Arabic and/or Spanish - Brooklyn. In this role, the successful candidate The Medical Assistant performs supportive services to the health care provider and nursing staff in the care of patients in the ambulatory care setting in accordance with the policies and proceduresJob Responsibilities:Demonstrates an awareness of and respect for coworkers'/patients' cultural pletes all laboratory ancillary testing and specialty referral forms related to the service.Transports and accompanies patients as needed.Observes and alerts the nursing staff of patients who appear in need of urgent care.Rotates and provides staff coverage at other FHC locations as per site leadership requests.Retrieves laboratory and ancillary test results from the computer or contact the reference pletes patient forms WIC.Checks for completeness of encounter forms and prescriptions.Obtains vital signs height weights head and chest circumference as needed on all patients.Plot growth charts for pediatric patients.Performs simple dressingsProvides translation services as needed.Coordinates module/site supply request as assigned.Performs EKG audiovisual testing.Hooks up and removes Holter monitors.Performs venous phlebotomy.Responds appropriately to patient emergencies such as cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.Documents data collected and care rendered.Demonstrates a sensitive and supportive attitude towards patients families and/or significant others.Keeps all service areas orderly treatment exam and utility rooms.Reinforces health teaching to patients/families.Assist with clerical duties specific to area of assignment.Attends staff meetings and review/signs minutes of meetings not attended. Maintains competence through in-service and educational programs.Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or equivalency required.Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.Required Bilingual Arabic and/or SpanishBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association is required at the time of hire and is required to be maintained.Preferred Qualifications:1-2 years of ambulatory care experience preferred.Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. Family Health Centers at NYU Langone provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. Family Health Centers at NYU Langone is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.