Medical Assistant - Pulmonary; Perdiem Job Syracuse area,City of Syracuse New York USA,Healthcare

Position: Medical Assistant - Pulmonary (Perdiem)
Location: City of Syracuse

Position Summary

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

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program and holds any 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, you are required to pursue an approved Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA, CMAC) within 90 days of hire and complete the process within 9 months of hire; the cost of this certification is not covered for new hires.
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Completes population specific competency annually for populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

Special Equipment, Skills or Other Requirements

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure Class 1.

Work Environment and Hazards

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure Class 1.

Physical Demands

Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently and occasionally lift a maximum of 50 pounds. Will require the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.

Work Contact Group

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By

Registered Nurse or office manager

Pay Range

$20.00 - $27.85 per hour, 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 also vary within the stated range based on location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.