Medical Assistant - Day Shift | Magnet Hospital, Tuition

Trinity Health Corp.; Latham (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter’s Health Partners is hiring a Medical Assistant for Latham, NY, full-time day shift. The ideal candidate will support nurses and physicians, perform clinical tasks, and help with revenue cycle activities as needed. Comprehensive benefits and an emphasis on patient-centered care are provided.

The position emphasizes vital signs, specimen handling, documentation in EMR, and adherence to safety policies. Eligibility includes MA certification and related hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program.
• Holds National Medical Assistant Certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA.

Responsibilities

• Escort patient to exam room, take vital signs, and document health information in the EMR.
• Respond to patient concerns.
• Complete referrals and obtain pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
• Follow protocol for collection and delivery of specimens.
• Participate in required meetings and practice huddles.
• Complete patient forms and scan into EMR.
• Use Universal Precautions and follow exposure procedures.
• Notify physician when patient needs attention.
• Stock and clean patient exam rooms; order supplies.
• Perform office testing within scope; handle medical waste properly.
• Provide educational materials and electronic copies of the medical record.
• Front-end duties to support revenue cycle: scheduling, registration, check-in/out, charges, end-of-day processes.

Education

Graduate of Medical Assistant Training Program

National Medical Assistant Certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA

Job description

St. Peter’s Health Partners is hiring a Medical Assistant for Latham, NY, full-time day shift. The ideal candidate will support nurses and physicians, perform clinical tasks, and help with revenue cycle activities as needed. Comprehensive benefits and an emphasis on patient-centered care are provided.

The position emphasizes vital signs, specimen handling, documentation in EMR, and adherence to safety policies. Eligibility includes MA certification and related hospital experience preferred.