Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Job Type: Full Time | Job Location: New Hartford, NY | Job Level: Entry Level Job Type: Full Time Job Location: New Hartford, NY Job Level: Entry Level Job Summary The Medical Assistant will support healthcare professionals by performing administrative and clinical tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the medical practice. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, managing patient records, scheduling appointments, and performing basic laboratory tests. The Medical Assistant will work closely with physicians and nurses to provide high-quality care to patients. Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred Experience in a healthcare setting is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Knowledge Medical Terminology: Understanding of medical terms and procedures. Customer and Personal Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. English Language: Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Clerical: Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology. Skills Basic Skills Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively. Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Social Skills Service Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people. Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Technical Skills Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Primary Job Duties Assist healthcare professionals during patient examinations and procedures. Record patient information and vital signs. Prepare examination rooms and ensure cleanliness and readiness. Schedule patient appointments and manage patient records. Perform basic laboratory tests and handle specimens. Provide patient education and instructions as directed by healthcare professionals. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. A Health Medicine is an equal opportunity employer, drug‑free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our patients and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its patients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative #J-18808-Ljbffr A Health Medicine