MEDICAL ASSISTANT (MED ASST)

Soldiers and Sailors Health Center

Penn Yan, NY

FULL TIME

Join Our Healthcare Team!

Are you a compassionate, organized, and team-oriented individual who enjoys helping others? We are looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to support our providers and help deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

As a Medical Assistant, you will provide both clinical and administrative support to physicians and nurse practitioners, helping ensure patients receive efficient, professional, and compassionate care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with patient care, medical procedures, preliminary assessments, and exam preparation.
• Obtain vital signs, perform EKGs and pulmonary function tests (PFTs), and collect specimens as ordered.
• Document patient information, vital signs, communications, and reports accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinate referrals, communicate appointment details to patients, and track specialist reports.
• Support pre-visit planning, prepare patient charts, and follow up on testing and referral needs.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and communicate professionally with patients, families, providers, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Make a difference in the lives of our patients by joining a team dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. Apply today!

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through RQI.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Preferred:

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification from a Medical Assistant school licensed by New York State.
• Previous experience in a physician's office or other medical setting.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and basic office software.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• A professional and compassionate approach to patient care.
• A commitment to patient safety, dignity, respect, and well-being.
• The ability to support patients across the lifespan, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
• A collaborative attitude and a commitment to creating a positive healing environment.