Medical Assistant (MA) - Orthopaedics Chelsea

Trinity Health • Chelsea, MA

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About The Position

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivated Medical Assistant to support providers in delivering exceptional patient care. The Medical Assistant works directly with patients, assists with clinical procedures, supports care coordination, and helps create a positive healthcare experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of an accredited or approved MA program and MA externship, MA internship, EMT program, paramedic program, or Certified Athletic Trainer program.
• If credentialed, maintain current MA recertification continuing education units.
• For MA-Non-Credentialed I: eligibility to attain Medical Assistant Certification is desired, or an EMT with a current, active Michigan license, or a paramedic who has successfully completed the National Registry Paramedic Exam and/or holds a current, active Michigan license.
• Valid CPR certification.
• For MA-Credentialed I: Medical Assistant certification through an approved certifying agency, including AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NCCT (NCMA), NHA (CCMA), NAHP (NRCMA), or AMCA (CMAC).
• In the absence of a completed MA program, externship, or internship, at least 2 years of clinical experience providing clinical support in a community-based clinic, and successful standardized testing and evaluation of clinical skills.

Nice To Haves

• 0–1 year of previous clinical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Eligibility to attain Medical Assistant Certification for MA-Non-Credentialed I is desired.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for appointments.
• Collect and document patient histories, vital signs, and health information.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, testing, and specimen collection.
• Administer medications and perform diagnostic testing as directed.
• Communicate test results and provider instructions to patients.
• Provide patient and family education to support better health outcomes.
• Coordinate care and serve as a liaison between patients and providers.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and disease management programs.

Benefits

• Day-one benefits with no waiting period for eligible team members.
• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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