Medical Office Assistant CMH

NY United Health Services • Sherburne, NY

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About The Position

The Medical Office Assistant serves as a customer service liaison for the practice, greeting patients with courtesy and respect and using strong communication skills to support a seamless patient experience. The role follows UHS policies for patient registration, scheduling, insurance verification, and billing. In the clinical role, the assistant performs patient care tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider.

The position is in UHS Primary Care Sherburne, on the day shift, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Compensation is $17.19–$24.42 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program or direct patient care experience, including patient information and data collection, patient interactions, or assisting physicians with procedures in a medical office or hospital setting.
• Provide documentation of current CPR certification within one week of starting employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a walk-in, primary care, or specialty care setting.
• Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA).
• Strong clerical background and excellent computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients courteously and respectfully and provide customer service to practice patients.
• Support patient registration, scheduling, insurance verification, and billing in accordance with UHS policies.
• Perform patient care tasks under the direction of an authorized health care provider.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees working 24 or more hours per week, starting the first of the month after hire.
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Voluntary pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual beginning on day one.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Up to $400 per year in wellness rewards.
• 24/7 EAP counseling and virtual mental health support.
• PTO donation program.
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Access to more than 100,000 online courses and leadership programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Clinical ladders and internal mobility.

What This Job Offers

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