Medical Assistant- Cayuga Cancer Center CHOA- Full Time- Days

About the role

When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Beyond clinical outcomes, it's strengthening community connections and setting a higher standard for quality that's exceptionally personal. Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us. We are in search of a medical assistant with experience in delivering exceptional patient care and support to the physicians. People and communication skills are essential to the success of this role and the applicant must be able to remain flexible and work in two different locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties and procedures within the scope of practice according to NYS laws and practice protocols, ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
• Record patients' vital signs, prepare exam rooms, and sterilize equipment and supplies as per protocols.
• Assist physicians/providers with clinical questions, prescription refills, test results, and patient calls according to practice protocols.
• Prepare patient records for visits as directed by the physician/provider.

Requirements

• High school diploma OR equivalent education/life experience.

Skills

• Demonstrated clinical competency, including proficiency in aseptic techniques, sterilization, practice management systems, EMR, and scheduling protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with basic keyboard proficiency.

Pay

Standard rate of $18.50 - $23.00 per hour plus benefits

Schedule

Shift: Monday through Friday; rotating on-call for evening coverage. Travel: 50% local travel can be expected in this role to cover at any of the above Cancer Center locations. Location: Rotate among all Cancer Center locations as needed: Cayuga Medical Center Outpatient Infusion, Cayuga Park Oncology, East Campus Oncology, Cortland Campus Oncology, Cayuga Medical Center Radiation Medicine, Schuyler Specialty Clinic-Oncology.