Medical Assistant - Outpatient General Surgery - Full Time

About the role

At Elliot General Surgery, we specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions such as diverticulitis, appendicitis, gallbladder disease, hernias, heartburn (GERD), hemorrhoids, and more. Our board-certified general surgeon performs both traditional open surgery and minimally invasive procedures like robotic surgery.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares visit charts based on daily scheduled appointments, ensuring diagnostic test results, emergency/urgent care reports, discharge summaries, and consult/PCP reports are accessible to the provider.
• Performs rooming activities for provider visits, documenting chief complaints, allergies, vital signs, medication lists, tobacco histories, last menstrual period (LMP), and health maintenance overrides in a timely and accurate manner.
• Accurately measures patients, including vital signs, height, weight, head circumference, peak flow, and pulse oximetry.
• Conducts and documents hearing, vision, respiratory, and ECG tests.
• Conducts and documents specific screenings based on patient needs, including depression and asthma.
• Collects and documents specimens using appropriate collection processes and equipment.
• Administers medications and immunizations, including oral, nasal, injectable, rectal, and topical routes, as appropriate.
• Processes medication prescription refills using telephonic, electronic, or print methods, and handles prior authorization processes for medications and/or procedures.
• Manages clinical supplies and medication sample areas to ensure stock is current, stored appropriately, labeled, and par levels are maintained.

Education/Experience/Licensure

• MA I:
  • HS Diploma or GED required.
  • One of the following educational paths:
    • Graduate from an accredited MA Program.
    • Graduate from an MA Training Program with externship.
    • 1 year of relevant healthcare experience with formal training (LNA, EMT, Combat Medic).
    • 1 year prior experience as a Medical Assistant.
  • Experience: 1 year of relevant healthcare experience (can include externship), 1 - 2 years in a clinical ambulatory care setting preferred.
  • Certification/Licensure: Must possess BLS authorization upon 90 days of employment and maintain during employment. CMA, RMA, or CCMA preferred.
• MA II:
  • HS Diploma or GED required.
  • One of the following educational paths:
    • Graduate from an accredited MA Program.
    • Graduate from an MA Training Program with externship.
    • At least 3 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant.
  • Experience: At least 3 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant.
  • Certification/Licensure: CMA, RMA, or CCMA required. Must possess BLS authorization upon 90 days of employment and maintain during employment.

What Elliot Health System Has to Offer

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Competitive pay.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, days, variable shift.

Elliot Health System is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Career Development

The Elliot is committed to working with you to develop a rewarding career path that provides many opportunities for learning and growth.

Living & Working in NH

NH is an economically strong region with a low cost of living, including no state sales or income tax, outstanding schools, and safe and vibrant communities in which to raise a family. We are located less than one hour from Boston, the Seacoast, and the White Mountains. The area is known for its premier medical and clinical excellence and vast recreational opportunities for every lifestyle.

Benefits

As an employee at Elliot Health System, you are a valued member of a team that makes a higher level of care happen every day. We believe that you deserve the most affordable and comprehensive benefits we can provide. Please view our comprehensive list of benefits below.