Practice Medical Assistant Surgical Associates Concord

Concord Hospital Health System • Concord, NH

110d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant position at Concord Hospital involves assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of practice leadership and providers. The role requires basic skills in treatments and procedures, and may also include clerical, environmental, and organizational support within the medical office. The position offers flexibility with options for a 4-day or 5-day work week.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred, but healthcare experience (formal medical training program, EMT, LNA, Military Medics, Technicians, etc.) is accepted.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification or Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.
• Medical Assistants are encouraged to obtain certification or registration within the first three years of employment.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program with no experience required, or at least 1 year of healthcare experience preferred for other candidates.

Responsibilities

• Follows guidelines for answering the phone and directs calls per practice guidelines.
• Interviews patients and measures vital signs.
• Updates patient's medications and allergy lists.
• Records information in the EMR.
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, including stocking and cleaning.
• Assists provider by preparing patients for physical examinations and assisting with procedures.
• Demonstrates clinical skill in practice.
• Schedules patient appointments and orders referrals per practice guidelines.
• Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials for assigned area, ensuring proper labeling and removal of outdated materials.
• Uses software (Cerner, GroupWise, etc.) for documentation and initiating tests and orders.
• Greets patients and escorts them to exam rooms.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization.
• Performs job-specific requirements and other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees