Medical Assistant - Woonsocket
About The Position
Thundermist Health Center is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant at its Woonsocket location. Working under the supervision of a licensed professional, the Medical Assistant supports providers and patients by performing clinical and administrative tasks that help the clinic run smoothly and deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. The role includes welcoming patients, collecting histories and vital signs, preparing patients and exam rooms, assisting with exams and procedures, documenting patient information, maintaining supplies and equipment, and following applicable safety, privacy, and licensing standards. The position is onsite at a Thundermist Health Center clinical location. Employees are scheduled during normal clinic operating hours, which may include evenings and weekends, and occasional unscheduled overtime may occur. The clinics operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program, equivalent relevant work experience, or current enrollment in an accredited nursing school with Fundamentals of Nursing and two clinical rotations completed.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Strong organizational skills and computer literacy.
- Technical skills and manual dexterity for clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, performing ECGs and injections, and preparing patients.
- Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and Thundermist’s mission of serving the community.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Receive patients, confirm the reason for their visit, and obtain histories, vital signs, and other required tests.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, and procedures based on visit type.
- Assist providers during exams and procedures while maintaining a caring and supportive environment.
- Perform routine diagnostic tests and administer immunizations according to established guidelines.
- Operate and maintain clinical equipment properly.
- Prepare instruments for sterilization and autoclaving according to established guidelines.
- Dispose of medical waste and sharps properly.
- Assess medication refill needs and update patient requests in the Chief Complaint.
- Ensure forms, external records, and charting are complete for providers before visits.
- Document clearly and concisely in patient progress notes and telephone encounters.
- Monitor provider schedules for booking errors and correct them using established guidelines.
- Assist with and answer calls for providers and the care team, documenting messages fully and accurately.
- Maintain departmental logs and manage inventory, including checking expiration dates and disposing of outdated supplies.
- Stock exam rooms and follow established opening and closing guidelines.
- Notify appropriate staff about supply shortages, equipment damage, or missing equipment.
- Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and other applicable licensing standards.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance ($75,000) at no cost
- Long-term disability coverage at no cost
- Flexible Spending Accounts, including Health FSA up to $3,300 and Dependent Care FSA up to $5,000
- Retirement plan with a 1:1 employer match up to 4%
- Critical illness insurance
- Accident insurance
- Hospital indemnity
- Wellness reimbursement up to $200 per year
- PTO starting at 22 days and increasing with tenure
- Six paid holidays
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
