Medical Assistant Callicoon

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated, caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve.

About the role

The Medical Assistant performs a key role in assisting healthcare providers with the examination and care of patients. They are trained to perform both administrative and clinical duties under the direct supervision of a healthcare provider. Medical Assistants are an integral part of the healthcare team that allows for efficient, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers in basic aspects of patient care.
• Perform administrative duties involving interdepartmental collaboration to ensure smooth daily operations.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: 2 years medical assistant experience within the last 5 years, or graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program within the last 5 years. Doctor’s office or other practice experience preferred.
• Required Certification/Registration: Current BLS certification. Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Skills

• Moderate speed and accuracy, excellent keyboarding skills for scheduling and electronic medical records.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, work well under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks.
• Critical thinking, analytical skills, and flexibility.
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled.
• Sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Physical Requirements

• Work requires considerable variety of fairly steady active physical exertion with some and/or continuous standing or walking.
• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks.
• Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
• Ability to withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated, or ventilated facility.
• Routine exposure to blood and body fluids.
• May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits designed to fit individual and family needs.
• Resources to help you excel in your career.
• Tuition reimbursement programs for continued education.
• Inclusive and diverse team culture that encourages contribution of exceptional talents, skills, and perspectives.

Pay

The compensation range for the role is $27.32 hourly. The range or contractual rate listed may not include bonuses, incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining compensation, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule

Workplace type: On-site.