Medical Asst SSMH Health Center
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About the job
Medical Assistant (Med Asst)
Soldiers and Sailors Health Center
Penn Yan, NY
FULL TIME
Join Our Healthcare Team!
Are you a compassionate, organized, and team-oriented individual who enjoys helping others? We are looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to support our providers and help deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
As a Medical Assistant, you will provide both clinical and administrative support to physicians and nurse practitioners, helping ensure patients receive efficient, professional, and compassionate care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with patient care, medical procedures, preliminary assessments, and exam preparation.
- Obtain vital signs, perform EKGs and pulmonary function tests (PFTs), and collect specimens as ordered.
- Document patient information, vital signs, communications, and reports accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Coordinate referrals, communicate appointment details to patients, and track specialist reports.
- Support pre-visit planning, prepare patient charts, and follow up on testing and referral needs.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and communicate professionally with patients, families, providers, and coworkers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Make a difference in the lives of our patients by joining a team dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. Apply today!
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Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through RQI.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
Preferred
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Certification from a Medical Assistant school licensed by New York State.
- Previous experience in a physician's office or other medical setting.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and basic office software.
What We're Looking For
- A professional and compassionate approach to patient care.
- A commitment to patient safety, dignity, respect, and well-being.
- The ability to support patients across the lifespan, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
- A collaborative attitude and a commitment to creating a positive healing environment.
From Finger Lakes Health's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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