Medical Assistant - Primary Care Vergennes

University of Vermont Health Network•Vergennes, VT

4d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Provides patient care in the office setting. Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care to patients of all ages and populations; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision licensed independent practitioner. Performs duties as assigned/delegated by other clinical support staff within the office. Adheres to regulatory requirements, clinical and office policies, and procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. The University of Vermont Health Network/Porter Medical Center is located in the heart of beautiful Middlebury, Vermont. We are comprised of a 25-bed acute care facility, a 98-bed skilled nursing facility which includes a memory care unit, short-term rehabilitation unit and a long-term care unit, and a network of primary care and specialty medical practices throughout Addison county and the town of Brandon.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Up to one year experience in medical setting with certification as a Medical Assistant or equivalent training and/or experience preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational skills
BLS certification
Ability to work under pressure and be able to adapt to medical situations
Ability to stand/walk for up to eight hours/day, bend, stoop, twist, assist patients in turning, assist patient in arising from exam table, push wheelchair patients, and assist patient in arising from and returning to wheelchair.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care in the office setting.
Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care to patients of all ages and populations
Meets the communication needs of patient and family
Provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision licensed independent practitioner.
Performs duties as assigned/delegated by other clinical support staff within the office.
Adheres to regulatory requirements, clinical and office policies, and procedures and standards.
Communicates with physicians and team members about patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.