Medical Assistant, Orthopedics, Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health•Westborough, MA

6d•$18 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of an appropriate licensed clinician, the Medical Assistant I provides clinical care and performs clerical duties to support office and clinic functions. The role includes workplace education and training to assist providers and the healthcare team in patient care. This position is in Orthopedics and works indoors in a patient care office or clinic environment. The posting also describes Medical Assistant II requirements: the employee must already have Medical Assistant certification or registration before the start date.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association; if not held upon hire, it must be obtained within three months of hire.
Medical Assistant credential approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (such as ARMA or NHA), to be obtained within one year of hire or transfer.
For Medical Assistant II, Medical Assistant certification or registration must be held before the start date.
Ability to use hand dexterity, hearing, and vision to take direction from patients or providers, adjust equipment, and observe and describe patient observations.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to examination rooms and take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, height, and weight.
Collect and document patient health status and history, and document and monitor patient progress according to standard procedures.
Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and Point of Care tests according to clinic or office standards.
Prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by the office or clinic, within scope of practice.
Assist with routine physical examinations and clinical procedures.
Review laboratory results and promptly bring abnormal results to the attention of physicians and others as appropriate.
Perform clerical duties supporting office and clinic functions.