Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Fairhaven, MA

3d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for its Primary Care office in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. This role supports patient care and office operations under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee, and under the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement. Working with primary care providers, nurses, clinic team members, patients, and families, the Medical Assistant helps deliver high-quality care, assists with procedures, and supports efficient patient flow. The position may include telephone communication with patients about test results, surgery schedules, and procedures, as well as appropriate counseling and follow-up under a designated supervisor. The Medical Assistant uses an electronic medical record (EMR) and related software to access or update patient information, maintains patient privacy and confidentiality, and may provide medical interpretation in a language other than English.

The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The listed pay range is $21.94–$28.56 per hour, with the rate determined by experience. A $3,500 new-hire sign-on bonus is offered; rehires whose employment ended more than one year ago are also eligible.

Requirements

• Education equivalent to completion of four years of high school, plus specialized courses and training.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or equivalent medical office practice experience.
• BLS certification is required.
• National third-party certification, such as AMCA, AAMA, AMT, CCMA (NHA certification), or NCMA (NCCT certification), is required within 13 months of hire for a non-certified Medical Assistant.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19 or, once hired, sign a statement electing exemption for medical or personal reasons.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience using an electronic medical record (EMR) and/or health-related computer software.
• One year of medical assisting work experience.
• Fluency in a language other than English and medical interpreting experience.
• Other certifications based on the practice specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assisting duties within and in support of assigned Southcoast Physicians Group medical offices.
• Provide care and treatment to patients under the supervision of primary care providers and nurses, in collaboration with clinic team members and patients and families.
• Assist providers with patient care and procedures.
• Help facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
• As assigned, communicate with patients by telephone about test results, surgery schedules, and procedures, and provide appropriate counsel and follow-up under a designated supervisor.
• Use an electronic medical record and related software to access or update patient information as appropriate.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• May provide medical interpretation in a language other than English for the practice office.

Benefits

• $3,500 new-hire sign-on bonus; rehires whose employment ended more than one year ago are also eligible.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.
• Southcoast Health describes its workplaces as inclusive, ethical, and committed to diversity and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED