Per Diem Medical Assistant-PATH
The Floating Hospital
- Location
- Onsite (Bronx, NY)
- Compensation
- $22/hr
- Employment
- Per Diem
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
The Floating Hospital provides holistic healthcare and relief to New York City's most vulnerable populations. This role supports the PATH program by managing patient registration, assisting with medical assessments, and maintaining clinic compliance and quality standards.
Skills
Full job details
Description
- Greet and register the Department of Homeless Services pediatric, adolescent, and adult applicants.
- Collect all necessary HIPAA documents.
- Adhere to all HIPAA compliance, privacy and confidentiality guidelines.
- Complete registration sheets and makes copies of medical documentation provided.
- Complete medical triage health screening form via CARES when needed.
- Assist providers during assessments and/or treatments as needed, including translating.
- Maintain Quality Control logs daily and perform relevant monthly QC duties.
- Follow strict infection control guidelines to ensure proper clinic environment.
- Submit requests for necessary supplies, medications, and equipment to the PATH Director.
Requirements
Current New York State Medical Assistant certificate; appropriate certification in first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; some experience in the medical profession.
Our available shifts are:
- Morning: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Afternoon: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Evening: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Candidates must be flexible and willing to adjust their schedules based on operational needs.
The ability to provide coverage on holidays, as well as on an emergency or short-notice basis, is important.
Ideal candidates needs to be dependable, adaptable, and willing to step in when additional coverage is needed, including during unexpected staffing shortages or emergencies.