Medical Assistant

Hometown-Health-Centers; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel between health center locations

Job summary

Hometown Health Centers is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support clinical operations and patient care. You will interact with patients, collect vital signs, and help with examinations in a fast-paced, diverse setting.

The role requires completion of an accredited MA program with certification and BLS, with bilingual English/Spanish being a strong plus. Expect travel between Health Center locations and occasional coverage of call-center duties during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in an outpatient or medical office setting preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and maintain proper sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Greet and escort patients, document reasons for visit, obtain vital signs, and review previous care plans.
• Enter accurate clinical data into the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Assist with patient referrals, form completion, and educational support.
• Administer treatments and perform diagnostic procedures within your scope.
• Collaborate with the care team by preparing for visits and participating in daily huddles.
• Collect and process lab specimens; perform CLIA-waived testing and quality control.
• Support telehealth home visits for medically or dentally complex and/or homebound patients.
• Train to cover roles in the Call Center/Registration during peak periods.
• Address patient and family concerns and assist in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Medical terminology

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program + certification

BLS certification

Higher-level nursing program (optional)

Tools

EMR

Job description

• Location 1044 State St,Schenectady, NY, 12307,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $27.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant!

Hometown Health Centers is looking for a caring, organized, and team-oriented Medical Assistant to join our patient care team. In this dynamic role, you'll support clinical operations, work directly with patients, and contribute to delivering compassionate, quality care to our community. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare exam rooms and maintain proper sterilization of instruments and equipment.

Greet and escort patients, document reasons for visit, obtain vital signs, and review previous care plans.

Enter accurate clinical data into the electronic medical record (EMR).

Assist with patient referrals, form completion, and educational support.

Administer treatments and perform diagnostic procedures within your scope.

Collaborate with the care team by preparing for visits and participating in daily huddles.

Collect and process lab specimens; perform CLIA-waived testing and quality control.

Support telehealth home visits for medically or dentally complex and/or homebound patients.

Train to cover roles in the Call Center/Registration during peak periods.

Address patient and family concerns and assist in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications:

Education & Certification:

High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program and current certification, or completion of a higher-level nursing program.

Current BLS certification.

Experience & Skills:

Experience in an outpatient or medical office setting preferred.

Familiarity with medical terminology required.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Additional Information:

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Travel: Travel between all Health Center locations is required; occasional travel for training.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs, climb stairs, wear full PPE, and carry equipment for home visits.

Why Join Us?

At Hometown Health Centers, we believe in teamwork, diversity, and putting our patients first. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.