Patient Care Associate
Quick answer
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York is hiring an in-office Patient Care Associate in the Bronx to perform patient intake, laboratory testing, and health education in a reproductive healthcare setting.
- Role
- Patient Care Associate
- Organization
- Planned Parenthood of Greater New York
- Location
- Bronx, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Patient Care Associate (PCA) at Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive sexual and reproductive healthcare. The PCA manages patient intake, performs medical history documentation, provides patient education, and conducts laboratory tests in a clinical setting. This role supports a multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient clinic operations while maintaining high standards of compassionate, non-judgmental patient care.
What you'll do
- Conduct patient intake and document complete medical histories in the electronic medical record.
- Perform and record laboratory tests, including phlebotomy, following quality assurance protocols.
- Provide non-judgmental patient education regarding sexual health, family planning, and abortion services.
- Manage clinic flow to minimize patient wait times and ensure excellent center operations.
- Assist with abortion services including counseling and clinical support.
What it takes
- High school diploma or GED.
- Medical Assistant certification from an accredited school or program.
- Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Medical Assistant.
- Current certification in Phlebotomy.
- Demonstrated commitment to health equity and racial justice.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous PTO and holiday schedule, medical, dental and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, commuter pre-tax reimbursement, Short/Long-Term Disability, free Basic Life and AD&D, and 401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at a Planned Parenthood health center in the Bronx.
What are the core certifications required for this role?
Candidates must have a Medical Assistant certification, a Phlebotomy certification, and maintain an up-to-date Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
How is the compensation for this position determined?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What is the expected work schedule?
The role requires flexibility, including the possibility of working non-consecutive days, evenings, or Saturdays.
How to apply
Apply directly on Planned Parenthood of Greater New York's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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