Medical Assistant - Flexible Hours, Dual Location

Cayuga Medical Center; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to deliver exceptional patient care and support to physicians at two locations. The role requires strong communication and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include vitals, room preparation, specimen handling, and coordination with providers. Must have a high school diploma and be proficient with EMR and scheduling protocols. Onsite at Cayuga Park Ln, M-F 8:00am-4:30pm with some flexibility.

Qualifications

• 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

Communication skills

Keyboard proficiency

Clinical competency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR

Scheduling system

Practice management

Job description

Cayuga Health in Ithaca, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to deliver exceptional patient care and support to physicians at two locations. The role requires strong communication and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include vitals, room preparation, specimen handling, and coordination with providers. Must have a high school diploma and be proficient with EMR and scheduling protocols. Onsite at Cayuga Park Ln, M-F 8:00am-4:30pm with some flexibility.