Medical Assistant Float

Spectrum Health; City of Watervliet (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Identity theft protection

Retirement options with match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Corewell Health in Watervliet is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support physicians and clinic staff. You will assist with examinations, prepare patients, manage supplies, and document care in the electronic health record while upholding privacy and quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient-centered service, and adherence to policies to promote efficient operations and excellent patient experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program with hands-on clinical skills.
• Or at least 1 year of direct patient care in MA/related role.
• MA certifications CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NRCMA/RMA within 120 days.
• BLS certification within 90 days (AHA or ARC).
• Preferred 1 year in a physician practice or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with examinations and procedures and prepare supplies.
• Maintain and document medications within scope of practice.
• Manage patient flow and ensure accurate documentation in EHR.
• Prepare patients for visits and coordinate care with team.
• Uphold privacy, confidentiality and data security standards.
• Support continuous improvement of patient experience and service.

Skills

Patient care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program

CMA (AAMA) Certification

CCMA Certification

NCMA Certification

NRCMA Certification

RMA Certification

BLS Certification (AHA)

BLS Certification (ARC)

Tools

EHR System

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Medical Assistant performs and oversees functions within scope of practice related to the clinical activities, including but not limited to: maintaining patient flow by assisting and promoting the delivery of health care, performs technical procedures and clinically-oriented activities. The Medical Assistant will assist management in achieving office efficiencies in accordance with stated policies/procedures to ensure efficient operations with a focus on supporting physicians, clinic staff and management, which embodies the "Service First" philosophy to promote customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates efficient and effective patient flow including preparing the patient for the visit/admission and providing specific services and education as determined by the providers in accordance with scope of practice.
• Performs necessary administrative duties to ensure all information is current and updated.
• Includes maintenance and monitoring of electronic health record.
• Maintains and cleans environment, work area, equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
• Greets and communicates with patients and families in a manner consistent with care and respect.
• Communicates, collaborates and anticipates the needs of the other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
• Collects, monitors and reports patient data/needs to licensed team members as directed.
• Follows documentation standards.
• Demonstrates high standard of moral and ethical behavior.
• Commits to continuous improvement of patient experience, which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service.
• Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organizational data.
• Adheres to the organization’s published values, standards and policies.
• Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Assists providers with examinations, procedures and/or treatments by preparing patient and ensuring appropriate supplies/equipment are readily available.
• Prepares, administers and documents medications that are within scope of practice and directed by the provider.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on, in-person clinical skills training OR a minimum of one (1) year of experience working specifically in the role of a Medical Assistant, LPN, Paramedic or EMT performing direct patient care and clinical support functions consistent with MA scope of practice.
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA) - AAMA American Association of Medical Assistants 120 Days
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (CCMA) - NHA National Healthcareer Association 120 Days
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (NCMA) - NCCT National Center for Competency Testing 120 Days
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (NRCMA) - NAHP National Association for Health Professionals 120 Days
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Registered (RMA) - AMT American Medical Technologists 120 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days
• Preferred 1 year of relevant experience Working in a physician practice or healthcare setting

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
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• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Location & Schedule

• Primary Location SITE - Watervliet Medical Office Building - 450 Medical Park Dr - Watervliet
• Department Name Staffing Office Float Pool - Watervliet Hosp
• Employment Type Part time Shift Day (United States of America)
• Weekly Scheduled Hours 32
• Hours of Work 7 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
• Days Worked Variable
• Weekend Frequency N/A

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.