Certified Medical Assistant

Southcoast Health • Full-time • Westport, MA, US • 4m ago

Overview

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 6 years in a row!

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

We are searching for a talented Certified Medical Assistant

*$2,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)*

Hours: 32hrs

Shift: Day shift; 8 hour shifts to start at 8:30am, 9:00am or 9:30am

Location: IMCA Westport Family Practice – Westport, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package**
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator or designee; and under the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement, performs a variety of medical assisting duties both within and in support of the assigned Medical Office(s) within Southcoast Physicians Group. Under the supervision of primary care providers / nurses, and in collaboration with clinic team members and patients and families (as defined by patient), provide the highest quality of care and treatment for all patients. Assist providers with patient care and procedures. Facilitate efficient flow of patients through the clinic or medical office. May be responsible for telephone communication with patients including communication of test results, surgery schedules, procedures and providing appropriate counsel and follow-up under the direction of a designated supervisor. Utilize an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other related software to update and/or access patient information, as appropriate. Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. Responsibilities may include providing medical interpretation in a language other than English for the practice office.

Qualifications

Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent plus specialized courses and training.
National third-party certification, such as AMCA, AAMA, AMT, CCMA (NHA certification), or NCMA (NCCT certification) is required within thirteen (13) months of hire as a non-certified Medical Assistant.
Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program, or equivalent medical office practice experience, is required.
BLS certification is also required. Prior experience in using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and/or health-related computer software is preferred.
One (1) year of medical assistance work experience is preferred.
Fluent in a language other than English and Medical Interpreting is preferred.
Other certifications, based on practice specialty may be preferred.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Pay Range

USD $16.88 - USD $28.00 /Hr.

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