Endocrinology Medical Assistant - Day Shift, Tuition Support

St. Peter's Health Partners; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners in Albany is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Endocrinology clinic. This full-time, day-shift role supports nurses and physicians to provide quality care at 63 Shaker Road, Albany.

The ideal candidate has MA training and certification (CMA/CCMA/RMA), experience with EHR, and a commitment to confidentiality. You will handle front-end tasks and patient education while upholding HIPAA and PCMH standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program.
• Holds National Medical Assistant Certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA.
• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• At least 10 months’ work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field.
• Experience using an electronic health record system.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.
• Experience assisting physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ability to record patient data.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, document vital signs in the EMR.
• Respond to patient concerns and provide information as appropriate.
• Complete referrals and obtain pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
• Follow protocols for specimen collection and handling.
• Participate in meetings and practice huddles.
• Complete patient forms and ensure scanning into the EMR.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
• Communicate with providers and team members to ensure quality care.
• Cross-cover other areas as needed.
• Perform front-end duties: scheduling, check-in, check-out, billing processes.

Skills

Vital signs

Electronic health records

HIPAA compliance

Patient education

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant Certification CMA/CCMA/RMA

Tools

EMR system

Job description

St. Peter's Health Partners in Albany is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Endocrinology clinic. This full-time, day-shift role supports nurses and physicians to provide quality care at 63 Shaker Road, Albany.

The ideal candidate has MA training and certification (CMA/CCMA/RMA), experience with EHR, and a commitment to confidentiality. You will handle front-end tasks and patient education while upholding HIPAA and PCMH standards.