Medical Assistant, Cayuga Orthopedics, Full-Time Days

Job overview

The Medical Assistant, Cayuga Orthopedics, Full-Time Days role is onsite at locations in Ithaca and Cortland, NY, and pays $18–$22 per hour based on experience. Cayuga Health System describes its mission as equitably improving the well-being of the communities it serves. The medical assistant supports physicians and patients by performing clinical duties within scope, preparing rooms and records, recording vital signs, and assisting with patient calls and clinical workflows. The role helps maintain patient comfort and efficient outpatient care across two sites.

What you'll do

• Perform clinical duties and procedures within scope and practice protocols
• record vital signs
• prepare exam rooms
• sterilize equipment and supplies
• assist providers with clinical questions, prescription refills, test results, and patient calls
• and prepare patient records for visits. The role works at the Ithaca and Cortland sites, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical assistant

orthopedics

clinical support

patient care

vital signs

ekg

epic rooming

full-time days

ithaca ny

cortland ny

cayuga health

$18–$22/hr

medical benefits

professional development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive employee benefits and professional-development programs
• the posting describes competitive compensation and career-building opportunities.

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent required; strong EKG experience is specified, and Epic rooming experience is preferred.

About the employer

Cayuga Health System is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.