Medical Assistant-Certified (URGENT CARE)

Southcoast Health System • Taunton, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is hiring a certified Medical Assistant for its Urgent Care location in Taunton, Massachusetts. Under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee, and in accordance with the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement, the Medical Assistant performs medical assisting duties for and in support of assigned Southcoast Physicians Group medical offices. Under the supervision of primary care providers and nurses, the role collaborates with clinic team members, patients, and families to provide high-quality care and treatment. The position works 40 hours per week on a day/evening schedule, with weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• Education equal 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.
• A 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 requesting 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 ability.
• Other certifications based on practice specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care and procedures.
• Help facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
• Communicate with patients by telephone about matters such as test results, surgery schedules, and procedures, and provide appropriate counsel and follow-up under a designated supervisor's direction.
• Use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and related software to update or access patient information as appropriate.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• May provide medical interpretation in a language other than English for the practice office.

Benefits

• $1,000 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.

What This Job Offers

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