Medical Assistant - Hospital

Rutland Regional Medical Center • Rutland, VT

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About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the provider and department leadership, the Medical Assistant performs clinical and administrative duties to prepare patients for encounters, assist clinicians in delivering care, and maintain service areas, equipment, and supplies. The role also includes general clerical and scheduling duties in support of department operations.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of Medical Assistant experience; physician practice or hospital outpatient services experience is preferred.
• 1 year of secretarial or administrative experience, including medical terminology.
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.
• Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from the patient’s plan of care, and other pertinent information under direct supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Moderate knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of infection control.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
• Current nationally accredited Medical Assistant certification or registration, preferred; alternatively, a current Vermont State LNA license is preferred.
• Venipuncture skills are desirable.
• Medical Assistant experience in a physician practice or hospital outpatient services setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for encounters.
• Assist clinicians in the delivery of care.
• Maintain service areas, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform general clerical and scheduling duties in conjunction with department operations.
• Report patient care observations, deviations from the patient’s plan of care, and other pertinent information under the direct supervision of a provider or licensed nursing staff.

What This Job Offers

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