Medical Assistant — Dual Location, 8–4:30 Shift

Centralus Health; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking a medical assistant to support physicians and deliver high-quality patient care. The role requires strong communication and clinical skills and offers a flexible schedule across two local locations.

You will perform vital signs, room preparation, and routine clinical tasks per NYS protocols, while maintaining efficient patient flow and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Certified/Registered Medical Assistant with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated clinical competency, including proficiency in aseptic techniques, sterilization, practice management systems, EMR, and scheduling protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with basic keyboard proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties and procedures within the scope of practice according to NYS laws and practice protocols, ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
• Record patients' vital signs, prepare exam rooms, and sterilize equipment and supplies as per protocols.
• Assist physicians/providers with clinical questions, prescription refills, test results, and patient calls according to practice protocols.
• Prepare patient records for visits as directed by the physician/provider.

Skills

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant

Clinical competency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR

Practice management systems

Job description

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking a medical assistant to support physicians and deliver high-quality patient care. The role requires strong communication and clinical skills and offers a flexible schedule across two local locations.

You will perform vital signs, room preparation, and routine clinical tasks per NYS protocols, while maintaining efficient patient flow and accurate documentation.