• Medical Assistant I

    Ellis Medicine (Niskayuna, NY)


    Do you love to take care of people? Are you a team player that thrives on a diverse team of professionals? At Ellis Medicine, we believe that Communication, Collaboration and Compassion are essential to realizing our Mission to meet the health and wellness needs of our community with excellence. We are looking for a candidate for the Medical Assistant I position that shares these values.

     

    WHAT WILL YOU GET AS AN Medical Assistant I AT ELLIS MEDICINE?

     

    + Comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance

    + Generous paid time off to support a work-life balance, including 6 paid holidays

    + Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities

    + Retirement plan in the form of a 401(3b) with company match after longevity

    + Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account-allowing for you to set aside pretax dollars to better care for your health and the health of your loved ones

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Employer paid Life Insurance

    SECTION I:

    Basic Function:

    + Maintain a well-organized and stocked patient care unit.

    + Assist nursing staff with clerical and technical support.

    + Develop intra/interdepartmental relationships.

    + Perform specimen collection, basic lab testing, and prepare patients for providers.

    + Provide clerical support including reception, registration, scheduling, billing, and maintaining medical records.

    SECTION II:

    Education & Experience:

    + High school diploma or equivalent required.

    + Prior experience in a hospital or physician practice preferred.

    + Graduate from a Medical Assistant program or within a year of employment.

    + If you don’t have a MA Certification, you must pass MA certification exam within 6 months of hire.

     

    SECTION III: Guiding Behaviors

     

    + Communication: Listen to understand.

    + Collaboration: Ensure safety and deliver outstanding service.

    + Compassion: Serve with empathy, dignity, and compassion.

     

    SECTION IV: Physical Requirements

     

    + Push/pull 25 lbs., lift/move 15 lbs.

    + Perform manual tasks like typing and filing.

    + Stationary and mobile for extended periods.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

    Clinical Duties:

    + Collect and identify lab specimens.

    + Perform basic lab testing and document quality control.

    + Conduct technical skills for patient care (e.g., blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, CPR).

    + Maintain a clean, safe environment for patients.

    Operational Duties:

    + Coordinate and maintain supplies and equipment.

    + Conduct office protocols and procedures.

    + Participate in clerical duties and healthcare center objectives.

    + Perform EMR duties and utilize EMG Metrics tools.

    + Adhere to safety protocols and hospital policies.

    Team and Communication:

    + Work with intra/interdepartmental team for smooth patient care.

    + Provide customer-friendly reception and excellent customer service.

    + Participate in self-development and safety practices.

     

    Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.

     

    Salary Range: $15.84-22.96 /hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.