Medical Assistant – Per Diem

Rochester Regional Health

. Conduct pre-visit planning, close care gaps, and complete health maintenance and registry work .

Posted 11/11/2026part-timeRochester • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $18 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care activities, including vital sign documentation, EKGs, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing, while ensuring effective communication and support for clinical operations. Capable of managing medical records and facilitating patient flow in a healthcare setting.

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Patient Care ActivitiesMedical Assistant CertificationPre-Hospital Care ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign DocumentationEKGsPhlebotomyPoint-Of-Care TestingSpecimen CollectionMedication Refill ReviewPatient EducationMedical Record ManagementCharge EntryQuality Assurance Data Compilation

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient Flow ManagementClinical Care ActivitiesHealth MaintenanceElderly Population CareInsurance Verification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct pre-visit planning, close care gaps, and complete health maintenance and registry work
Obtain and document patient vital signs, history, and screenings; promptly report abnormalities
Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and collect/process specimens for external testing
Assist providers and nursing staff during procedures and clinical care activities
Review and pend medication refills and provider orders; assist with prior authorizations and patient forms
Provide patient education and instructions under provider or RN guidance
Maintain exam/treatment rooms and equipment, including stocking, cleaning, calibration, and sterilization preparation
Order and track clinical supplies; assemble information packets and support provider communications
Support patient flow through check-in/check-out, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and phone management
Facilitate communication with patients, including mailing provider updates and assisting with MyCare sign-up
Escort patients to ancillary services such as lab and radiology as needed
Manage medical records through abstraction, scanning, and filing of health maintenance and test reports
Compile data from patient records for quality assurance and improvement activities when requested
Process payments and charge entry; manage non-clinical office supplies and distribute mail
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth practice operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong customer service, computer, and communication skills
Associates degree preferred
2 years of pre-hospital care activities or acute/critical care experience preferred
Medical Assistant Certification preferred
For Elder ONE Employment: 1 year experience with frail, elderly population preferred
Ability to perform patient-facing clinical work involving standing, walking, lifting 20–50 lbs., pushing and pulling medical equipment, and assisting with patient positioning
TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements for the role