Ambulatory Medical Assistant – Patient Care & EMR

RIH Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Providence, RI, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory clinics. Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking vitals, assisting physicians, and documenting in EMR per clinic protocols.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care across age ranges and requires strong teamwork. Qualified candidates will have a formal MA program or 3 years ambulatory MA experience, BLS, and proficiency with EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or minimum of 3 years Medical Assistant experience in ambulatory setting.
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures and protocols.
• Ability to use a personal computer and EMR software.

Responsibilities

• Follows clinic/workflow protocols to maximize quality and efficiency.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment and escorts to exam room.
• Takes vital signs and records in patient chart.
• Enters complaints, histories and services into EMR; notes health concerns.
• Assists physician with examinations and vaccines using aseptic techniques.
• Maintains room readiness, cleans equipment, and inventories supplies.
• Verifies demographics and insurance information; pre-registers for next visit.
• Communicates reminders and follow-ups for labs, tests, and referrals.

Skills

Basic Life Support

EMR proficiency

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Education

Medical Assistant training program (9 months+)

3 years Medical Assistant experience (ambulatory)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Brown University Health in Providence, RI, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory clinics. Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking vitals, assisting physicians, and documenting in EMR per clinic protocols.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care across age ranges and requires strong teamwork. Qualified candidates will have a formal MA program or 3 years ambulatory MA experience, BLS, and proficiency with EMR systems.