Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from APLA Health
Job overview
The Medical Assistant-HIV/STD Counselor at APLA Health provides culturally appropriate HIV/STD patient care and counseling, supporting linkage to medical care for HIV positive individuals within prevention programs.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves greeting and registering patients, conducting HIV/STD risk assessments and counseling, performing clinical duties such as phlebotomy and administering medications, maintaining medical records and equipment logs, assisting healthcare providers, and ensuring proper referral tracking and follow-up care.
Experience and skills
Requires a High School diploma or GED, completion of a Medical Assistant training program, and HIV Test Counselor Certification within 90 days; knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, HIV/STD prevention, and effective communication skills is essential.
Company overview
APLA Health is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing healthcare and social services to the LGBTQ+ community and individuals living with HIV/AIDS. They offer a wide range of services including medical, dental, and behavioral health care, as well as HIV prevention and support programs. APLA Health generates revenue through a combination of government grants, private donations, and service fees. Founded in 1983 in response to the AIDS crisis, the organization has a long history of advocacy and community support, making it a significant player in public health and social justice.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience and skills in providing culturally competent HIV/STD counseling and patient care under licensed healthcare providers, emphasizing your ability to perform clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, administering injections, and conducting risk assessments.
Showcase your proficiency in administrative duties like patient registration, maintaining medical records, scheduling, and referral tracking, as these are critical components of the Medical Assistant-HIV/STD Counselor role at APLA Health.
Apply through multiple channels such as APLA Health's official career page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is posted to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect with current employees or team members in the HIV/STD prevention or medical services division at APLA Health on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent community health initiatives they’ve shared or asking about the impact of their HIV/STD programs to start a conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'HIV/STD counseling,' 'phlebotomy,' 'risk reduction,' 'patient care,' 'referral tracking,' and 'medical records management' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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