Medical Assistant

2400 Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall in Newburgh, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians with patient history, vital signs, and room preparation under supervision.

The role includes clerical tasks, exam area setup, and basic patient assistance. A high school diploma is required, with 1-3 years of MA or phlebotomy experience preferred; English communication skills are essential and BLS certification is expected within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required; 1-3 years medical assistant or phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; Spanish as a second language a plus.
• BLS - American Heart Association certification as Medical Assistant within 1 year required.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks under supervision of surgeon or physician assistant, including obtaining patient history, vital signs, preparing examination and treatment areas, procedural assistance, and clerical tasks.

Skills

Reading & writing in English

Spanish as a second language

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

City/State: Newburgh, New York Department: Hudson Vista Medical Group Bargaining Unit: 1199 Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS Hourly Rate/Range: $22.50 Sign-On Bonus: N/A For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

Performs selected tasks under the direction and supervision of surgeon or physician assistant, including, but not limited to obtaining patient history, vital signs, preparing examination and treatment areas, procedural assistance, various clerical tasks.

Qualifications

High School or equivalent Required 1-3 years Prior medical assistant or phlebotomy experience Preferred Ability to read, write, and communicate in English. Spanish as a second language a plus. BLS - American Heart Association Required Certification as a Medical Assistant within 1 Year

Equal Employment Opportunity

Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employer Overview

For 150 years, Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall (MSLC) has been a cornerstone of high-quality healthcare in Orange County, fostering a healing environment through community collaboration, dedicated staff, and a rich history. What began as a modest three-bed hospital in 1875 has grown into a comprehensive healthcare system with two campuses and a wide range of outpatient services. MSLC is a member of the Montefiore Health System and provides care to more than 250,000 patients annually. The organization includes a 242-bed acute care hospital, with a geographic coverage area that serves a population of 400,000 people. MSLC is proud to provide care locally, and when needed, offer seamless transitions to world-class medicine throughout the Montefiore Health System (MHS). Being part of MHS has allowed MSLC to expand our capabilities and offer cutting-edge healthcare to our community. MSLC is a Magnet® designated organization, with notable recognition from Healthgrades, the American Heart Association, and various other agencies. We are accredited by The Joint Commission, which sets the standards for the delivery of quality health care. MSLC has more than 350 physicians on staff, representing dozens of medical specialties.

Benefits

Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall strives to be the employer of choice by offering comprehensive benefit packages that are designed to meet the needs of today's workforce. We are committed to assisting employees to achieve optimal health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefit packages include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a generous paid time off plan, as well as various other optional benefits.