Medical Assistant - Woonsocket

Thundermist Health Center • Woonsocket, RI

1d • Onsite

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 provides clinical and administrative support to the care team, helping patients feel welcome and cared for while supporting compassionate, patient-centered care and the organization’s community health mission.

The role includes receiving patients, collecting histories and vital signs, preparing patients and exam rooms, assisting providers with examinations and procedures, conducting routine diagnostic tests, administering immunizations under established guidelines, and maintaining clinical equipment and instruments. Administrative work includes preparing records and charts, documenting patient notes and messages, supporting provider schedules and calls, maintaining logs and inventory, and stocking exam rooms. The position requires adherence to OSHA, HIPAA, and other applicable licensing standards.

The position is onsite. 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.; employees are scheduled during normal operating hours, which may include evenings and weekends. Occasional unscheduled overtime may occur. The work involves moderate physical activity and potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous materials, and infectious diseases.

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.
• Candidates who do not meet every preferred qualification are welcome 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 examinations and procedures while maintaining a caring and supportive environment.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests and administer immunizations according to established guidelines.
• Properly operate and maintain clinical equipment.
• 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 the provider 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 the provider and care team, documenting messages fully and accurately.
• Maintain departmental logs and manage inventory, including checking expiration dates and disposing of out-of-date 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 all other applicable licensing standards.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance ($75,000) and long-term disability coverage at no cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: 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, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Wellness reimbursement up to $200 per year.
• PTO starting at 22 days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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