Biometric Screener
Quad/Graphics · Newport News
We’re hiring both Part-Time and PRN Biometric Screeners to support weekday biometric screening events, primarily Monday through Friday during first-shift hours!
Whether you’re looking for a consistent part-time schedule or PRN opportunities that offer flexibility based on your availability, we’d love to hear from you. Our Biometric Screeners support onsite health and wellness events and play an important role in creating a positive experience for participants.
This Biometric Screener position involves working as part of a team that conducts onsite biometric health screenings and flu shot administration. The role requires a motivated and detail-oriented healthcare professional capable of delivering outstanding customer service to participants. The candidate will need to manage both clinical and administrative responsibilities, ensuring that the biometric incentive program is executed effectively and aligns with the expectations of both the client and QuadMed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serves as a part of a core team to manage biometric screening and results consultation in both a health center and client environments.
- Performs manual blood pressure checks and blood collection on participants and provides consultations on high-risk health indicators.
- Assists in continuous improvement and success of the biometric incentive program.
- Prepares and administers flu vaccines within the health center and/or at client onsite events.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Graduate of accredited school of medical assisting, or combination of equivalent education and experience.
Experience:
- Experience with manual blood pressure readings.
- Experience with finger stick capillary collection technique.
- Previous health screening experience preferred.
- Experience with patient counseling of cardiovascular risk factors/biometric data and implications to health.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
- For Medical Assistant candidates: Certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCCT preferred but not required (certification through another accredited association will need review/approval).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong oral and written communication abilities, with an emphasis on providing excellent customer service.
- Understanding of general health risks related to cholesterol, blood pressure, BMI, and blood sugar, enabling effective consultations with participants.
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, data entry, and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
- Ability to make well-judged recommendations to solve problems, adhering to established standards, practices, policies, and procedures.
- Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.
- Ability to commit to a work schedule 4-6 weeks in advance, ensuring reliability and consistency.
- Fluency in multiple languages is considered a plus, enhancing communication with a broader range of participants.