Medical Assistant-Certified

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Fairhaven, MA

7d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for its Urgent Care location in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee, and under the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement, the role performs medical assisting duties in support of assigned Southcoast Physicians Group medical offices. Working under the supervision of primary care providers and nurses and in collaboration with clinic team members, patients, and families, the Medical Assistant supports high-quality patient care, assists with procedures, and helps maintain efficient patient flow. The role may also include telephone communication with patients about test results, surgery schedules, procedures, and appropriate follow-up under a designated supervisor’s direction; use of electronic medical records and related software; protection of patient privacy and confidentiality; and, where applicable, medical interpretation in a language other than English.

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on day/evening shifts. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. The posting specifies a rotation requirement of every other weekend and every other holiday. Compensation is $22.16–$28.85 per hour, determined based on experience. A $3,500 new-hire sign-on bonus is offered; rehires whose employment ended more than one year ago are also eligible.

Requirements

• 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 an exemption for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement choosing to be exempt from vaccination 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 ability.
• Other certifications based on practice specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assisting duties in assigned Southcoast Physicians Group medical offices under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee and in accordance with the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement.
• Support providers with patient care and procedures under the supervision of primary care providers and nurses.
• Collaborate with clinic team members, patients, and families to provide quality care and treatment.
• Facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
• As assigned, communicate with patients by telephone about test results, surgery schedules, procedures, and appropriate counsel and follow-up under a designated supervisor’s direction.
• Use electronic medical records and related software to update and access patient information, as appropriate.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• As applicable, provide medical interpretation in a language other than English.

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.

What This Job Offers

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