• Medical Assistant

    Actalent (Poughkeepsie, NY)


    Leading community healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join their team in Poughkeepsie, NY!!

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team in providing exceptional care and respect to all patients. The role involves stocking rooms, cleaning instruments, autoclaving, and setting up rooms for procedures. You will also be responsible for patient intake, which includes collecting medical history, recording symptoms, greeting patients, and escorting them to examination rooms.

    Responsibilities

    + Stock and prepare examination rooms for procedures.

    + Clean and sterilize instruments using autoclave.

    + Conduct patient intake by collecting medical history and recording symptoms.

    + Escort patients to examination rooms.

    + Perform phlebotomy and clinical assistant duties.

    + Monitor and record vital signs.

    + Provide primary care support and patient care.

    + Utilize EMR systems, including eClinical Works.

    Essential Skills

    + Completion of a Medical Assistant program.

    + Minimum of 1 year of clinical medical assistant experience.

    + Professional communication skills.

    + Customer service ability.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred but not required.

    + Experience with EMR systems is advantageous.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    Work Environment

    The successful candidate will work in a high-volume, fast-paced community health center located in Poughkeepsie. The role requires adaptability and a commitment to providing high-quality care to all patients, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. This opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic and diverse environment.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Poughkeepsie,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.