Medical Asst SSMH Health Center

Finger Lakes Health • Village of Penn Yan, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to support our providers and help deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. As a Medical Assistant, you will provide both clinical and administrative support to physicians and nurse practitioners, helping ensure patients receive efficient, professional, and compassionate care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through RQI.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification from a Medical Assistant school licensed by New York State.
• Previous experience in a physician's office or other medical setting.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and basic office software.
• A professional and compassionate approach to patient care.
• A commitment to patient safety, dignity, respect, and well-being.
• The ability to support patients across the lifespan, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
• A collaborative attitude and a commitment to creating a positive healing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with patient care, medical procedures, preliminary assessments, and exam preparation.
• Obtain vital signs, perform EKGs and pulmonary function tests (PFTs), and collect specimens as ordered.
• Document patient information, vital signs, communications, and reports accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinate referrals, communicate appointment details to patients, and track specialist reports.
• Support pre-visit planning, prepare patient charts, and follow up on testing and referral needs.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and communicate professionally with patients, families, providers, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED