medical assistant

medical assistant Worcester, MA

UMass Memorial Health
Full Time Worcester, MA 10.56 - 12.04 USD Today
Job description

medical

$3000 sign-on bonus

Monday-Friday business hours

Provides patient care by assisting with the implementation of care plans. Takes and records vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Performs EKG’s, assists physician and others with clinical procedures such as urine cultures, pregnancy tests, throat cultures, etc. Draws blood. Performs a variety of clerical functions to support office functions.

The duties and responsibilities stated are a general summary and not all inclusive.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Provides patient care. Assesses health status, implements care plans, documents interventions and evaluates patient progress following standard procedures.
  • Coordinates patient flow and prepares patient for examination. Takes and records vital signs and EKG's. Documents intake assessment. Assists physician and others in clinical procedures as required or directed. Performs other basic clinical procedures such as venipuncture. Prepares, documents and administers non-intravenous injections as directed.
  • Performs basic office laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, urine culture, hematocrit, sed rate, monospot, pregnancy tests, throat cultures and related procedures. Draws blood as required or directed.
  • Triages medical calls as per office protocol. Returns patient calls and documents in patient record as required or directed. Calls prescription and refills as directed. Document prescription calls.
  • Reviews laboratory results. Ensures abnormal results are brought to the attention of the physicians and others as appropriate.
  • Maintains records, reports, logs and other statistical information as required or directed.
  • Performs a variety of clerical duties such as typing, filing, scheduling appointments, making phone call and related duties as required or directed.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant from ARMA, AAMA, AAHA, AMT, NHA, National Center for Competency Testing or the Monty Technical School.
  • If certification is not available upon hire/transfer, a Medical Assistant credential must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire/transfer. If credentialing is not obtained within 12 months of hire/transfer, the employee will be terminated, or employee may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications. The VP Operations Community Practices or SVP Community Practices may grant an extended grace period for employees with extenuating circumstances, as appropriate.
  • Once certification is obtained this certification or registration must be maintained.

Preferred:

  • BLS Certification

Experience/Skills:

Required:

  • Knowledge of office and laboratory procedures.
  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.
  • Must utilize proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the clinic and provide exceptional service to patients.
  • Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations and request assistance from identified resources when needed.
  • Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.

Preferred:

  • Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
  • Medical terminology and computer skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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About UMass Memorial Health

CEO: Eric Dickson, MD
Revenue: $1 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Hospital
Website: https://www.ummhealth.org/
Year Founded: 1997

medical assistant
UMass Memorial Health

https://www.ummhealth.org/
Worcester, MA
Eric Dickson, MD
$1 to $5 billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Hospital
Health Care Services & Hospitals
1997
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