Certified Medical Assistant - 20476

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,729 - 43,959; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the Buffalo General Medical Center. The role involves promoting patient flow and providing medical assistance under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers.

Preferred candidates will have experience in medical office settings and certification as a Medical Assistant. The schedule is full-time, requiring commitment to weekends and holidays.

The salary range is between $25.21 and $31.91 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a Medical Office Setting preferred.
• Certification/registration required through relevant organizations.
• Basic PC Skills assessment completion required.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient flow in clinical and clerical areas.
• Provides care under the direction of health professionals.
• Adheres to company policies and health standards.

Skills

Patient care

Medical information gathering

Health counseling

Education

Associate's of Applied Science in Medical Office Assisting

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

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

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: 1900-0730
Shift: 3

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

• Associate's 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, 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#: 20476 Grade: T6
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $ 25.21 - $31.91

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