Orthopedics Medical Assistant — Growth & Tuition Support

Trinity Health; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates in Latham, NY seeks a Medical Assistant for the Outpatient Orthopedics Office. The role supports nurses and physicians, performs essential patient care tasks, and helps manage revenue-cycle duties in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, MA training, and certification, plus experience with EHR and vital signs. This position offers day shift hours and strong opportunities for growth in orthopedics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• At least 10 months’ work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field.
• Proficient in obtaining manual vital signs.
• Experience using an electronic health record system.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.
• Experience assisting physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers in performing clinical tasks and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Escort patient to exam room and document vital signs in the EMR.
• Respond to patient concerns professionally and promptly.
• Coordinate referrals and pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
• Follow protocols for specimen collection and delivery.
• Maintain exam rooms stocked and clean; ensure supplies are ordered.
• Support revenue cycle tasks: scheduling, registration, check-in, check-out, claims.

Skills

Vital signs

EHR experience

HIPAA compliance

Patient communication

Medical terminology

Clinical tasks

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Training Program

MA certification CMA/CCMA/RMA

Job description

St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates in Latham, NY seeks a Medical Assistant for the Outpatient Orthopedics Office. The role supports nurses and physicians, performs essential patient care tasks, and helps manage revenue-cycle duties in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, MA training, and certification, plus experience with EHR and vital signs. This position offers day shift hours and strong opportunities for growth in orthopedics.