Job Description

Make a Difference in Healthcare That Matters

At The Arc Lexington, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered healthcare to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. As a Clinic Medical Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our primary care providers and ensuring a safe, efficient, and compassionate clinical environment across our Article 16 Clinic locations.

The Medical Assistant supports primary care providers through both clinical and administrative responsibilities, ensuring seamless patient care before, during, and after visits. This role is essential in maintaining quality assurance, infection control standards, and an exceptional experience for the people we support.

What You'll Do

• Support primary care providers during medical appointments
• Coordinate pre- and post-visit planning (triage, communication, orders, documentation)
• Maintain exam rooms, medical supplies, and equipment (including ordering and monitoring expiration dates)
• Ensure quality assurance and infection control standards are met across all clinic locations
• Build and maintain professional relationships with community healthcare providers
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with regulations
• Travel to clinic sites across Fulton, Schoharie, and Albany counties as needed
• Participate in clinic and department meetings and ongoing training
• Follow all agency policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (NYS DOH, OPWDD, Office of the Professions)

What We're Looking For

• Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program or equivalent experience in a medical setting
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Commitment to ethical standards, confidentiality, and high-quality care
• Willingness and ability to travel between clinic locations
• Current (or ability to obtain) First Aid & CPR certification

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and assisting people receiving services
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Requires visual and auditory ability to assess and communicate effectively
• Work is performed across multiple clinic locations

Why Join The Arc Lexington?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real impact
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment grounded in our Nurturing Environment philosophy
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Meaningful work that supports the health and well-being of others every day

The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws ("each a "Protected Characteristic"). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.