Medical Assistant

10 Center for Disability Svcs Inc; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, collect vital signs, perform basic testing, and assist with care coordination across services in our Albany-area programs. Responsibilities include exam room prep, specimen collection, referrals, and follow-up outreach while supporting quality improvement initiatives.

The role requires an MA diploma or an associate degree and at least one year in a medical setting, with physical ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• Diploma from accredited medical assistant program or an associate degree (two-year) required.
• At least one year of job-related experience in a medical setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Take and document vital signs, smoking status, and immunization status.
• Perform pre-visit planning and care management tasks.
• Coordinate patient flow and prepare patients for procedures.
• Conduct basic diagnostic testing (finger sticks, urine dipsticks, etc.).
• Collect and process specimens.
• Track overdue labs and imaging and elevate abnormal results.
• Manage referrals and obtain discharge summaries.
• Contact patients for follow-up care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on health management.
• Maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Clean and prepare exam rooms.
• Review provider schedules and support quality improvement efforts.

Job description

Where people get better at life! Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future. The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere. We are searching for a Medical Assistant to join our agency.

This role is responsible for patient intake, vital signs, care coordination, referrals, specimen collection, diagnostic testing, follow-up outreach, exam room preparation, and supporting quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Take and document vital signs, smoking status, and immunization status
• Perform pre-visit planning and care management tasks
• Coordinate patient flow and prepare patients for procedures
• Conduct basic diagnostic testing (finger sticks, urine dipsticks, etc.)
• Collect and process specimens
• Track overdue labs and imaging and elevate abnormal results
• Manage referrals and obtain discharge summaries
• Contact patients for follow-up care
• Educate patients and caregivers on health management
• Maintain medical supplies and equipment
• Clean and prepare exam rooms
• Review provider schedules and support quality improvement efforts

Requirements

• A diploma from an accredited medical assistant program or a two-year medical assistant associate degree required
• At least one year of job-related experience, specifically in a medical setting
• Must be at least 18 years old to apply for this position and able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range

$21.57 - $25.68

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Early Access to Pay with RAIN
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date.

At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve.

Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.