Medical Assistant - Vascular Surgery
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports nurses and physicians in providing quality medical care and performs all job functions courteously and professionally, consistent with the mission and core values of St Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. The role is based in an office/clinical setting and supports patient care, safety, education, advocacy, and effective teamwork. The position is part time, with a day shift schedule Monday through Friday, at 104 Union Ave, Suite 1005, Syracuse, NY 13203, in the MOC building on the 10th floor. The Medical Assistant participates in orientation and continuing education, maintains knowledge and skills related to areas of expertise, and completes annual population-specific competency requirements for populations served. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 10 months of healthcare work and/or clinical training experience. A graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program with a national Medical Assistant certification is preferred. Applicants hired with minimum qualifications must pursue an approved certification within 90 days of hire and complete the certification process within 9 months; the employer does not cover the certification cost for new hires. The position reports to a Registered Nurse or office manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 10 months of work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field.
- If hired with minimum qualifications, pursue an approved Medical Assistant certification within 90 days of hire and complete the process within 9 months of hire; certification costs are not covered for new hires.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds frequently and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program.
- National Medical Assistant certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, or CMAC.
Responsibilities
- Support nurses and physicians in providing quality medical care.
- Perform job functions in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the organization’s mission and core values.
- Participate in orientation and continuing education.
- Update and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
- Complete annual population-specific competency requirements for populations served.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
