Certified Medical Assistant (Surgical Practice) - 40 hours, days
About the role
Everyone is a caregiver at UMass Memorial Health – regardless of their title or responsibilities. This position supports office/clinic functions under the direction of licensed clinicians.
Responsibilities
- Escorts patients to examination rooms
- Takes and records vital signs
- Collects and documents patient health status
- Performs EKG’s, phlebotomy, and POC tests
- Prepares, documents, and administers non-intravenous injections
- Aids in physical examinations and clinical procedures
- Reviews and documents laboratory results
- Communicates observations and changes to licensed clinicians
- Sets up and prepares rooms for patient care
- Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients
- Operates sterilization/cleaning systems
- Maintains office and clinical supplies
- Processes prescriptions and refills
- Performs clerical duties such as typing, filing, scheduling, and documentation
- Collaborates with insurers to verify coverage and obtain necessary authorizations
- Collects co-payments from patients
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.)
Benefits
Everyone is a caregiver at UMass Memorial Health – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve.
Pay
The final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, Scheduled Hours 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Shift 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Cost Center
34000 - 2255 Milford OBL Site