Mental Health Medical Assistant — Scheduling & Care

JASA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

403(b) plan

Four weeks vacation

Career growth

Job summary

Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA) in The Bronx, NY, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a geriatric mental health clinic and satellite locations. You will manage complex appointments, assist with care coordination, check-in patients, and maintain a welcoming clinical front.

The ideal candidate has a CMA or Bachelor’s degree, 1–2 years in a healthcare setting, and strong EHR and organizational skills to help the clinic run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or a Bachelor’s degree.
• 1–2 years of relevant clinical/healthcare experience.
• Proficient computer skills; database and EHR experience preferred.
• Welcoming, client-focused demeanor and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with medical histories and intake paperwork.
• Coordinate patient care with external providers, insurers, and pharmacies.
• Manage clinician schedules across satellite clinics and telehealth.
• Greet clients, verify insurance, collect co-pays, and arrange transportation.
• Respond to calls, emails, faxes, and process medical records requests.
• Order supplies and maintain clinic inventory; keep waiting areas orderly.
• Participate in meetings, supervision, and professional development.

Skills

CMA experience

Care coordination

Scheduling mastery

EHR proficiency

Patient interactions

Education

CMA certification

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA) in The Bronx, NY, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a geriatric mental health clinic and satellite locations. You will manage complex appointments, assist with care coordination, check-in patients, and maintain a welcoming clinical front.

The ideal candidate has a CMA or Bachelor’s degree, 1–2 years in a healthcare setting, and strong EHR and organizational skills to help the clinic run smoothly.