Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support providers and nursing staff by rooming patients, collecting vital signs, and documenting clinical interactions in the EMR.
• Perform laboratory functions including phlebotomy, specimen collection and processing, and CLIA-waived testing.
• Conduct routine quality control testing, troubleshoot analyzers, and document test results.
• Manage laboratory supplies, clean and sterilize instruments, and maintain laboratory surfaces per protocol.
• Coordinate patient care through phone calls, appointment changes, and providing patient education materials.
• Assist with referrals by obtaining clinician information, verifying insurance, and coordinating appointments with specialists.
• Manage medical waste disposal and assist managers with special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and typing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• Experience as a Medical Office Assistant.
• Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR/EMR).
• Certification as a Phlebotomist, Certified Nurse’s Aide, or EMT.

About the Company

The Barnes Center at the Arch at Syracuse University offers an integrated approach to health and wellness, providing a multidisciplinary team in one centralized location. We support a holistic, student-centered experience with a commitment to high-quality care and a supportive, inclusive work environment.