Medical Assistant - Clinic

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Oakham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Oakham is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical duties and assist providers in delivering patient care. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in a medical setting, and strong communication skills. The job involves maintaining examination rooms and some clerical duties. Competitive pay range of $18.35 - $27.23 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1-2 Years Medical Assistant experience, preferably in physician practice or outpatient clinic setting.
• 1 year of secretarial or administrative experience, including medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for the encounter.
• Assist the clinicians in the delivery of care.
• Maintain examination rooms, equipment, and supplies.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of infection control

Ability to report patient care observations

Moderate knowledge of basic computer skills

Moderate knowledge of Medical Terminology

Venipuncture skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Job description

Summary

Under the direction and supervision of practice providers or nursing staff, the Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical duties to prepare the patient for the encounter, assist the clinicians in the delivery of care, and maintains examination rooms, equipment, and supplies at an outpatient care site. Also responsible for some clerical and scheduling duties in conjunction with patient contact.

Minimum Education

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• 1-2 Years Medical Assistant experience, preferably in physician practice or outpatient clinic setting.
• 1 year of secretarial or administrative experience, including medical terminology.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Current nationally accredited Medical Assistant Certification/Registered,(preferred) or
• Current Vermont State LNA License (preferred)

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from patient's plan of care and other pertinent information under the direct supervision of a provider or licensed nursing staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Demonstrate moderate knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Knowledge of infection control.
• Venipuncture skills desirable.

Pay Range: $18.35 - $27.23