Medical Assistant - Surgical Services

Employment Type: Full time, Day Shift (Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm)
Location: North Medical Center Surgical Services, 5100 West Taft Road, Liverpool, New York

About the Role

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing duties in support of nurses and physicians to provide quality medical care. This role operates in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the mission and core values of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates.

Mission, Vision & Core Values

Mission Statement: We are passionate healers dedicated to honoring the Sacred in our sisters and brothers.

Vision: To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values: In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing:

• Compassion: through our kindness, concern, and genuine caring
• Reverence: in honoring the dignity of the human spirit
• Excellence: in expecting the best of ourselves and others
• Integrity: in being and speaking the truth

Guiding Principles

• Caring and healing practices are found in relationships, communication, and the hospital setting.
• Patients are actively involved in their care and experience a therapeutic relationship with caregivers.
• Patient care is designed to meet patient and family needs while considering the unique needs of each patient, including advocacy, safety, and education.
• Teamwork promotes clinical excellence, rooted in effective communication, accountability, continuity of care, and respect for co-workers.
• Caring leaders create an environment where relationships thrive, emerging from all levels to reflect the shared mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program
• Holds one of the following National Medical Assistant Certifications: CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• At least 10 months’ work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field
• If hired with minimum qualifications, must pursue an approved Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC) within 90 days of hire and complete it within 9 months (certification cost not covered for new hires)

Participates in orientation, continuing education, and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population-specific competency annually as identified in the scope of care and service.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Office/Clinical setting (Exposure Class 1)
• Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently and occasionally lift a maximum of 50 pounds
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach

Pay

Pay Range: $20.00 - $27.85 per hour. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may vary based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.