Certified Medical Assistant

About the Role

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented Certified Medical Assistant to join our Primary Care team in Dartmouth, MA.

Schedule & Location

• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shift: Day shift; 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Location: Primary Care – Dartmouth, MA

Responsibilities

• Under direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator or designee; and under the Medical Assistant Group Supervisory Agreement, performs a variety of medical assisting duties both within and in support of the assigned Medical Office(s) within Southcoast Physicians Group
• Under the supervision of primary care providers / nurses, and in collaboration with clinic team members and patients and families (as defined by patient), provide the highest quality of care and treatment for all patients
• Assist providers with patient care and procedures
• Facilitate efficient flow of patients through the clinic or medical office
• May be responsible for telephone communication with patients including communication of test results, surgery schedules, procedures and providing appropriate counsel and follow-up under the direction of a designated supervisor
• Utilize an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other related software to update and/or access patient information, as appropriate
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
• Responsibilities may include providing medical interpretation in a language other than English for the practice office

Qualifications

• Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent plus specialized courses and training
• National third-party certification, such as AMCA, AAMA, AMT, CCMA (NHA certification), or NCMA (NCCT certification) is required within thirteen (13) months of hire as a non-certified Medical Assistant
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program, or equivalent medical office practice experience, is required
• BLS certification is also required
• Prior experience in using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and/or health-related computer software is preferred
• One (1) year of medical assistance work experience is preferred
• Fluent in a language other than English and Medical Interpreting is preferred
• Other certifications, based on practice specialty may be preferred
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Pay

Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay range: USD $21.94 - USD $28.56 /Hr.

Benefits

• $3,500 new hire sign-on bonus (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)*
• Culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

*Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.