Medical Assistant - SCHI Canal Landing

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations and patient care. You will perform vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen collection while assisting providers during procedures and handling medication requests under RN guidance.

Responsibilities include maintaining exam rooms, supporting patient education, managing check-in/out flow, scheduling, referrals, and insurance verification.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred.
• 2 years of pre-hospital care or acute/critical care experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, computer, and communication skills.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen collection.
• Assist providers during procedures and manage medication refills and orders.
• Maintain exam/treatment rooms and stock supplies; support patient education.
• Coordinate patient flow at check-in/check-out and referrals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Associates degree

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Job Title: Medical AssistantDepartment: SCHILocation: 101 Canal landing Blvd Suite 8 Rochester NYHours Per Week: 40Schedule: 8:15am- 4:45pmSUMMARY:As a Medical Assistant, your excellent customer service and communication skills directly affect patient care as well as ensuring day to day office operations run smoothly.RESPONSIBILITIES:Clinical SupportConduct pre-visit planning, close care gaps, and complete health maintenance and registry work.Obtain and document patient vital signs, history, and screenings; promptly report abnormalities.Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and collect/process specimens for external testing.Assist providers and nursing staff during procedures and clinical care activities.Review and pend medication refills and provider orders; assist with prior authorizations and patient forms.Provide patient education and instructions under provider or RN guidance.Maintain exam/treatment rooms and equipment, including stocking, cleaning, calibration, and sterilization preparation.Order and track clinical supplies; assemble information packets and support provider communications.Patient Interaction & Administrative DutiesSupport patient flow through check-in/check-out, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and phone management.Facilitate communication with patients, including mailing provider updates and assisting with MyCare sign-up.Escort patients to ancillary services (e.g., lab, radiology) as needed.Team & Practice SupportManage medical records through abstraction, scanning, and filing of health maintenance and test reports.Compile data from patient records for quality assurance and improvement activities when requested.Process payments and charge entry; manage non-clinical office supplies and distribute mail.Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth practice operations.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Associates degree preferred.2 years of pre-hospital care activities or acute/critical care experience preferredStrong customer service, computer, and communication skillsMedical Assistant Certification preferredFor Elder ONE Employment: 1 year experience with frail, elderly population preferredEDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$17.85 - $20.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14626The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.