Medical Assistant (Norwich)
Company: Southern Tier AIDS Program Inc
Location: Norwich
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Southern Tier AIDS Program, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant
based in our Norwich office. This position provides services to
participants of the Mobile Syringe Exchange Program following
established standards and practices. Primary tasks include working
with individuals with Opiate Use Disorder in the low-threshold
Buprenorphine program, integrated HIV, Hep-C and other STI testing
along with inventory and supply orders, individual education, as
well as linkage and referral services.The starting salary for this
position includes a per hour bump as this position is budgeted for
less than two years.Salary:$22/hour working 35-hours per week, may
vary depending upon experienceExcellent benefits package including:
life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, medical and dental
insurance, flexible spending plan and generous time off (24 days
annually + 11 paid holidays)Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
preferred.Bachelor's degree in Health, Education, Social Work,
Liberal Arts, a related field; or Associate'sdegree in Health,
Education, Social Work, Liberal Arts, a related field, with a
minimum two years of professional experience in a human services or
community based organization.Previous experience working with
people who actively use substances and or syringe exchange service
experience highly preferred.Experience in acute care nursing
preferred.Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods
and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient
care.Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.Skill
in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports and
responding tocorrespondence.Skill in establishing and maintaining
effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and
the public.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations.Ability to communicate clearly. Must have a working
knowledge and acceptanceof a harm reduction philosophy.This
individual is responsible for meeting the transportation and
insurability requirements of this job. A valid driver's license,
clean driving record and reliable transportation is a requirement
of this position.As an equal employment opportunity employer
Southern Tier AIDS Program, Inc. dba Southern Tier Care
Coordination (STAP/STCC) does not discriminate in its employment
decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability,
pregnancy, veteran status, or on any other basis that would be in
violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law. We came
into being as a result of the stigma surrounding a disease that
disproportionately impacted the LGBTQ community and BIPOC
communities. This legacy informs our efforts to always strive to be
more inclusive and actively anti-racist to both our staff and the
clients we serve.STAP/STCC is a public health organization. Our
mission is to compassionately and competently meet the evolving
needs of our communities by serving people affected by chronic
illness and to improve public health through disease prevention,
care coordination and advocacy. As a public health organization,
STAP/STCC believes in the science of vaccination and highly
recommends that all individuals get vaccinated.Apply online or send
resume and cover letter to STAP, c/o Human Resources, 22 Riverside
Drive, Binghamton, NY 13905 or FAX to 607-798-1977.
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