CAH - MEDICAL ASSISTANT

North Star Health Alliance; Village of West Carthage (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Carthage Area Hospital's CAH-CFHC is seeking a Medical Assistant for Orthopedics on a per diem, day shift basis (Mon-Thur 8a-4p, Fri 7a-3p). The role supports clinicians by taking vital signs and performing essential clerical tasks under physician supervision.

Requirements include Medical Terminology, CPR certification, basic nursing skills, typing 40 wpm, data processing and strong communication. Equal opportunity employer; compensation reflects experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and CPR certification.
• Proficiency in typing and basic nursing skills.
• Experience with data processing and clerical tasks.
• Strong interpersonal communication and the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to interact effectively with adult patients.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs for patients presenting for appointments under physician supervision.
• Perform systematized clerical tasks and assist with reports and record processing.

Skills

Medical Terminology

CPR Certification

Basic Nursing skills

Typing 40 wpm

Data processing

Clerical experience

Leadership Qualities

Interpersonal communication

Communicate with adults

Job description

Posted 10/23/2026

CAH-CFHC – Medical Assistant-Orthopedics– Per Diem- Day Shift -Mon-Thur8a-4p Fri 7a-3p-- Req9852

Pay Range:

Non-Certified: $17.45-$22.25*

Certified: $18.51-$23.60*

The work involves taking vital signs of patients presenting for appointments at the CAH Ancillary Clinics under the direct supervision of the physician. This position also involves a variety of systematized clerical tasks. It will require specific program knowledge and the application of judgment and discretion in selecting a course of action. Position will assist the Practice Manager with assignments, reports and record processing.

Requirements

• Medical Terminology.
• Current CPR Certification
• Basic Nursing skills required.
• Typing 40 wpm.
• Data processing, clerical and computer experience required.
• Leadership Qualities and ability and willingness to assume decision making responsibilities required.
• Interpersonal Communication skills a must.
• Ability to perform quickly and accurately under pressure.
• 10. Must possess the ability to interact and communicate effectively with various patient age groups, primarily in the adult level.

*The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran encouraged to apply.