Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Middletown, RI

3d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its Primary Care office in Middletown, Rhode Island. The role works under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee, and under the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement. Under the supervision of primary care providers and nurses, the Medical Assistant collaborates with clinic team members, patients, and families to provide high-quality care and treatment. The position assists providers with patient care and procedures, supports efficient patient flow, and may communicate with patients by telephone about test results, surgery schedules, procedures, and appropriate counsel or follow-up under a designated supervisor’s direction. It uses an electronic medical record and related software to access or update patient information and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality. Duties may include medical interpretation in a language other than English.

This is a 40-hour-per-week day-shift position, scheduled from 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 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. Benefits and programs described include competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, earned time off, an employee wellbeing program, a 403(b) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance and federal loan forgiveness programs, professional growth opportunities, and customized leadership training. Some offerings are available to regular-status employees scheduled for at least 24 hours.

Requirements

• Education equivalent to completion of four years of high school or equivalent, 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 qualify for and sign a statement electing exemption for medical or personal reasons once hired.

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 relevant to the practice specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care and procedures.
• Help facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
• Under direction of a designated supervisor, communicate with patients by telephone about test results, surgery schedules, procedures, and appropriate counsel and follow-up, as applicable.
• Use an electronic medical record (EMR) and related software to access and update patient information as appropriate.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• May provide medical interpretation in a language other than English.

Benefits

• $3,500 new-hire sign-on bonus; eligible rehires must have been separated for more than one year.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and federal loan forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

What This Job Offers

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