Medical Assistant

Finger Lakes Community Health•Town of Mentz, NY

2d•$18 - $21

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides initial patient screening by collecting vital signs and health history during the rooming process. The role ensures the clinical team has the information needed to support primary and preventive health care. Duties include maintaining clinical areas and supplies, supporting clinical services within New York State clinical scope of practice, and maintaining patient records.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR certification.
Ability to work flexible hours; some evenings are required.
Valid New York State driver's license in compliance with FLCH driver's policy.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience is a plus, but not required.
Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare the clinical area for building opening or closing in accordance with Finger Lakes Community Health hours of operation.
Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and clinical areas according to clinical infection control procedures.
Restock rooms with medical supplies, assess inventory, and place orders for supplies.
Perform quality control measures, including monthly control testing and equipment inspections.
Attend morning huddles with the patient care team to address patient concerns.
Review patient information during pre-visit planning to ensure appointments are appropriately scheduled and needed information has been received.
Obtain patient vital signs and history during the rooming process.
Notify a nurse or provider of abnormal findings during patient rooming.
Assist with minor procedures and exams as outlined in New York State clinical scope of practice.
Perform patient screenings as outlined in New York State clinical scope of practice.
Perform phlebotomy and lab collection and handling as outlined in New York State clinical scope of practice.
Inform patients or designated persons of physician orders, changes in care plans, and test results as outlined in New York State clinical scope of practice.
Scan clinical documents from patients or clinical staff into patient charts.
Chart services in patient records, including referrals, screenings, lab orders and results, patient history, and vital signs.
Address telephone encounters, actions, and referrals in the electronic health record system according to organizational policies and procedures.