Medical Office Assistant: Front Desk & Admin Support

TEKsystems; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a friendly, organized Medical Office Assistant to join a busy healthcare team in Amherst/Buffalo, NY. The role blends front desk responsibilities with basic clinical support in a fast-paced medical office environment.

The position is onsite and typically Monday–Friday with a schedule of 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Compensation is $23/hour, and the role is a contract-to-hire opportunity in Buffalo, NY.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in a medical office or related healthcare environment preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medications, and basic laboratory values.
• Strong computer skills including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Comfortable using office equipment (phones, scanners, copiers, fax).
• Able to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and direct them to the appropriate exam room.
• Assist with patient check-in and front desk responsibilities.
• Review patient charts and ensure information is available for the physician.
• Obtain and record basic vital signs as needed.
• Prepare, clean, and stock examination rooms.
• Help manage patient flow and keep appointments on schedule.
• Serve as a chaperone during examinations when requested.
• Maintain confidential patient information.
• Perform administrative tasks including filing, typing, emailing, and reviewing documents.
• Assist with inventory and ensure clinic supplies are stocked.
• Communicate with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Report facility or equipment concerns to management.
• Complete additional administrative and office duties as needed.

Skills

Medical office experience

Customer service

Organized

Multitasking

Strong communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a friendly, organized Medical Office Assistant to join a busy healthcare team in Amherst/Buffalo, NY. The role blends front desk responsibilities with basic clinical support in a fast-paced medical office environment.

The position is onsite and typically Monday–Friday with a schedule of 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Compensation is $23/hour, and the role is a contract-to-hire opportunity in Buffalo, NY.