Orthopedics Medical Assistant - Clinical & Administrative Support

OrthoNY, LLP.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNY, LLP in Schenectady, NY is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support our orthopedic team. You will assist physicians, handle patient check-in/out, and help maintain workflow in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role combines administrative and clinical duties, including patient registration, rooming, preparing exams, scribe support, and scheduling follow-ups, with a Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification or Degree in the Sciences preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients promptly and professionally.
• Assist patients with the registration process and collect required information.
• Prepare the patient for the exam by performing preliminary tests as needed.
• Report relevant information to the provider.
• Assist the provider with patient care as requested.
• Perform scribe duties as needed.
• Review treatment procedures with patients.
• Assist in ordering tests and retrieving results.
• Collect patient payments and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Balance and close the journal each day when applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification or related degree preferred

Job description

OrthoNY, LLP in Schenectady, NY is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support our orthopedic team. You will assist physicians, handle patient check-in/out, and help maintain workflow in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role combines administrative and clinical duties, including patient registration, rooming, preparing exams, scribe support, and scheduling follow-ups, with a Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm schedule.