Certified Medical Assistant - 16738

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support the Emergency Room at Buffalo General Medical Center in Buffalo, NY. The role is full-time, onsite with a 0700-1930 schedule, supporting patient flow and clinical documentation under licensed supervision.

Requirements include an associate degree in Medical Office Assisting, CMA certification, and active registration. Prior medical office experience is preferred; wage ranges from $24.47 to $30.98 per hour, with benefits and union

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Medical Office Assisting required.
• Certified Medical Assistant upon hire required.
• Certification/Registration through AAMA, AMT, NCCT or NHA required.
• Successful completion of the basic PC Skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient flow in clinical and clerical areas to support care.
• Performs tasks within medical information gathering, teaching, counseling and supportive care under supervision.
• Adheres to Kaleida policies and practice standards.

Skills

Clinical support

Customer service

Education

Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Assisting

Certified Medical Assistant

Certification/Registration through AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NHA

Basic PC Skills assessment

Tools

PC skills

Job description

US:NY:Buffalo | Clinical Support Staff | Full-Time

Posted On March 13, 2026

Description

Certified Medical Assistant

Department : BGMC Emergency Room
Location: Buffalo General Medical Center
Location of Job : US:NY:Buffalo
Work Type : Full-Time
Scheduled Work Hours: 0700-1930
Shift 1

Job Description

Promotes patient flow in both the clinical and clerical areas to provide care appropriate to the patient's age. Perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of medical information gathering, health teaching, health counseling and provision of supportive care under the direction of a registered professional nurse or licensed physician, dentist or other licensed health care provider legally authorized under this title and in accordance with NYS Department of Health regulations. Adheres to current Kaleida policies and standards of practice.

Education And Credentials

Associates of Applied Science in Medical Office Assisting required. Certified Medical Assistant upon hire required. Certification/Registration required through American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, or National Center for Competency Testing. Once certified/registered through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA the employees may maintain their certification through the American Registry of Medical Assistants. Successful completion of the basic PC Skills assessment required.

Experience

1 year of experience in a Medical Office Setting preferred.

Working Conditions

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly : 72.00
FTE: 0.960000
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
On Call Required : No
With Rotation: Work Arrangement : Onsite
Union Code : U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC
Requisition ID# : 16738 Grade : T6
Pay Frequency : Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $ 24.47 - $30.98

*Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Kaleida Health's mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!