Medical Assistant I

About the role

This role supports healthcare teams by assisting with both clinical and non-clinical patient services under the direction of healthcare providers. The position is located onsite at 2014 Washington Street.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare necessary equipment for healthcare providers.
• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
• Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
• Act as a liaison with other departments and advocate for patients with a positive customer service approach.
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean and supplies stocked.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience: Direct MA experience or medical field work 0‑1 year preferred.
• Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support (BLS Certification) preferred; Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comply with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.
• Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure, as well as collect blood samples and other specimens.
• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Benefits

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

Pay

Pay Range: $22.00 – $24.94 per hour (Grade 3).

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32. Work Shift: Day (onsite). Work Location: 2014 Washington Street (onsite).