Orthopedics Medical Assistant I or II

University of Vermont Health Network • Berlin, VT

117d • $21 - $31

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Practice Manager, the Medical Assistant is responsible for basic clinical duties required to ready a patient for the Provider visit in the ambulatory clinic setting. The MA works collaboratively with the practice team to assure efficient and effective operations in the practice while maintaining confidentiality of all patients’ records, medical treatment and diagnosis and abiding by policies and procedures of the practice.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Medical Assistance or comparable training program.
• Two years Medical Assistant experience will be considered in lieu of training program.
• Strong communication skills including the ability to actively listen.
• Ability to learn and apply basic medical terminology.
• Prior knowledge of EHR and data entry preferred.
• BLS certification within six months of hire.
• 6 to 12 months current experience providing or assisting direct patient care for Medical Assistant I.
• 1 to 2 years Medical Assistant experience required for Medical Assistant II.

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical office experience preferred for Medical Assistant I.
• Previous medical office experience required for Medical Assistant II.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for Provider visits in the ambulatory clinic setting.
• Collaborate with the practice team to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients’ records, medical treatment, and diagnosis.
• Abide by policies and procedures of the practice.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates meeting MA II requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees