CHMC - Medical Assistant-Float

North Star Health Alliance; City of Ogdensburg (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CHMC-Neurology is seeking a versatile Medical Assistant to support our ambulatory primary care team. This full-time role emphasizes preventive care, patient experience, and safe, efficient operations across centers.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, recording vitals, performing phlebotomy and ECGs, and coordinating referrals. A valid NYS driver’s license is required for travel among centers, and the position calls for flexibility with weekend rotations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of direct patient care experience.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License required for travel between centers.
• Valid Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and capture accurate vital signs.
• Perform phlebotomy, ECGs, and basic diagnostic testing.
• Manage patient calls and coordinate referrals to ensure continuity of care.
• Support floating to various health centers and rotate weekends.
• Deliver care in alignment with established standards and procedures.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHMC- NeurologyPhysician Practice- Medical Assistant- Full Time- Day Shift- Req 9802

Pay range:

Non Certified: $17.45-$27.05*

Certified: $18.51-$28.70

Job Summary:

We are seeking a versatile Medical Assistant to join our primary care team. This role is central to our ambulatory health delivery system, focusing on preventive care, health maintenance, and providing an exceptional patient experience in a safe, efficient environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Support: Assist nurses and clinical staff with daily operations, including rooming patients and capturing accurate vital signs.

Technical Procedures: Perform essential clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, ECGs, and basic diagnostic testing.

Care Coordination: Manage patient phone calls and handle referral and tracking processes to ensure continuity of care.

Flexible Operations: Support various health centers as needed (floating) and adapt to a flexible schedule including rotating weekends.

Patient Safety: Deliver care consistent with established standards, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of direct patient care experience.

Certifications: * Current BLS Certification required.

Valid Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Licensure: Valid NYS Driver’s License (required for travel between centers).

Skills: Familiarity with medical terminology is a plus.

Physical: Ability to bend, lift, stand, and walk for the duration of the shift.

Schedule & Availability

Hours: Shifts range between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm based on operational needs.

Weekends: Flexibility to work weekends on a rotational basis is required.

*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.