Medical Assistant

Actalent; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a dedicated Clinical Assistant to support physicians and patients in Albany, NY. This entry-level role focuses on patient care, medical records, and administrative tasks to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Responsibilities include escorting patients, collecting vitals, preparing rooms, assisting with exams, and handling routine paperwork while maintaining safety and infection control standards. This onsite role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in handling medical records and patient information.
• Ability to accurately record vital signs and other patient data.
• Current BLS certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as needed.
• Record patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Obtain all necessary patient records as required by the physician prior to treatment or procedures.
• Prepare and stock exam and treatment rooms.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures upon request.
• Maintain all exam and treatment room disinfection protocols.
• Respond to patients calls as needed.
• Perform administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, and handling medical paperwork (e.g., FMLA, PFL) as requested by the supervisor or physician.
• Alert nurse or physician of abnormal vitals or any important information provided by the patient.

Skills

Medical records

Vital signs

BLS certification

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Actalent is hiring for a Medical Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Assistant to join our healthcare team. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals looking to start their career in the medical field, providing critical support to physicians and patients alike. The Clinical Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring smooth operations within the clinic by assisting with patient care, maintaining medical records, and supporting administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms as needed.

• Record patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.

• Obtain all necessary patient records as required by the physician prior to treatment or procedures.

• Prepare and stock exam and treatment rooms.

• Assist physicians with exams and procedures upon request.

• Maintain all exam and treatment room disinfection protocols.

• Respond to patients calls as needed.

• Perform administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, chart preparation, and handling medical paperwork (e.g., FMLA, PFL) as requested by the supervisor or physician.

• Alert nurse or physician of abnormal vitals or any important information provided by the patient.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in handling medical records and patient information.

• Ability to accurately record vital signs and other patient data.

• Current BLS certification.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• 0-3 years of experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and requires the ability to escort patients to various locations within the clinic. The Clinical Assistant will work in exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms, ensuring that all areas are prepared and disinfected according to protocols. The position involves regular interaction with patients and healthcare professionals, requiring excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Albany,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.