Medical Assistant – Outpatient Cardiology - Per Diem

This position is located at 2 Palisades Drive, Albany, NY and operates on an as-needed (per diem) basis within a busy outpatient cardiology practice.

About the Role

The Medical Assistant supports nurses and physicians in delivering quality medical care. Responsibilities are performed in a courteous, professional manner aligned with the mission and core values of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. Office hours are Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, take vital signs, and document health information in the electronic medical record.
• Respond to patient concerns appropriately.
• Complete referrals and obtain pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
• Follow proper protocol for collection and delivery of specimens.
• Participate in required meetings and practice huddles.
• Complete and scan incoming patient forms into the electronic medical record.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and handle exposure to blood or body fluids per policy.
• Document all exposure incidents as required.
• Notify physicians regarding patients needing intervention.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked, cleaned, and adequately supplied.
• Perform office testing within scope of practice and training.
• Handle medical waste appropriately.
• Provide educational materials and electronic copies of medical records to patients.
• Perform front-end functions (if applicable) to support revenue cycle metrics, including:
  • Scheduling and registration
  • Check-in and check-out processes
  • Charge entry and claims processing
  • End-of-day processes
• General duties including document processing, scanning, and inbox monitoring.
• Comply with Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) care delivery model.
• Complete all mandatory training.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure quality patient care.
• Communicate respectfully with providers, staff, colleagues, and managers.
• Adhere to employment guidelines, policies, and the Code of Conduct.
• Obtain and maintain medical assistant certification per policy.
• Cross-cover other areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 10 months of work and/or clinical training experience in healthcare.
• Proficiency in obtaining manual vital signs.
• Experience using an electronic health record system.
• Commitment to confidentiality and respect.
• Ability to record patient data, including health history, family history, allergies, medications, and health screening questionnaires.
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology.
• Experience assisting physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers in clinical tasks.
• Ability to provide patients with health and wellness information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program.
• National Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA).

Pay

Pay range: $19.00 - $26.15 per hour, based on experience. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The range may vary based on location.