Callen-Lorde is seeking a friendly, team oriented, certified Medical Assistant (MA) to join our nursing team. The MA is responsible for preparing exam rooms, assisting Medical Providers, rooming patients, taking vital signs and providing clinical support. MAs also perform lab duties including venipuncture, processing of in-house lab tests, and packing specimens for shipment. This individual is expected to maintain a high degree of professional competence and the highest possible ethical standards, ensuring patient confidentiality and function as part of a care-giving team.

Callen-Lorde Brooklyn is open Monday through Friday. This is a full-time position that will require three morning and daytime shifts, two evening shifts and rotating Saturdays (at the Manhattan location).

QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience, Education 

• Medical Assistant Diploma
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong Computer Competency.
• Two years of experience in an out-patient clinical setting preferred
• Experience serving Callen-Lorde’s target populations preferred

Desired Characteristics, Skills

• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Commitment to community-based primary care.
• Ability to work within team-based structure.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Commitment to the mission of Callen-Lorde.