Medical Assistant

Nyspineandwellness; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists-Dewitt Widewaters is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team in Syracuse, NY. The role blends administrative and clinical tasks, supporting patient registration, rooming, data collection, and checkout under a provider's supervision.

The ideal candidate has strong communication and customer service skills, with 1–3 years of medical setting experience and a credential in medical assisting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistance Certification or Degree in the Sciences preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a medical setting preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients promptly and professionally
• Assisting patients with the registration process including collecting required information, medical history, documents, and signatures
• Preparing the patient for the exam by performing preliminary tests as needed
• Reporting relevant information to the provider
• Assisting the provider with patient care as requested
• Performing scribe duties, as needed
• Reviewing treatment procedures with patients
• Assisting in ordering tests/retrieving results
• Balancing and closing a journal each day, when applicable
• Maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Other responsibilities as needed

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Scribe duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assisting Certification or Degree

Job description

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Medical Assistant

Full Time Clerical Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists-Dewitt Widewaters, Syracuse, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2394

Salary Range: $15.91 To $24.06 Hourly

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Medical Assistant to join our dedicated team. If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a rewarding role in a leading orthopedic practice,

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

General Description:

This Medical Assistant position provides both administrative and clinical support in patient registration, rooming, demographic and medical data collection as well as patient checkout including appointments, discharge information and payment under the supervision of a provider.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greeting patients promptly and professionally;
• Assisting patients with the registration process including but not limited to assistance with collecting required patient information, medical history, relevant documents, and electronic signatures;
• Preparing the patient for the exam by performing preliminary tests, as needed;
• Reporting relevant information to the provider;
• Assisting the provider with patient care as requested;
• Performing scribe duties, as needed;
• Reviewing treatment procedures with patients;
• Assisting in ordering tests/retrieving results;
• Bracing & brace measurements under the supervision of a licensed professional;
• Collecting any patient payments and scheduling follow up appointments, if required;
• Balancing and closing a journal each day, when applicable;
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality and complies with HIPAA standards;
• Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• Medical Assistance Certification or Degree in the Sciences preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a medical setting preferred;
• Excellent communication and customer service skills;