Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient-Centered Care & EMR Pro

Rhode Island Medical Society; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. Under supervision, you will prepare patients, take vital signs, document in EMR, assist physicians during exams, and participate in vaccines and routine labs.

The per diem day shift requires strong organization, patient education, and teamwork within the clinic setting.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent; able to read, write and speak English.
• Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or minimum 3 years MA experience in ambulatory setting.
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• Three years of MA experience in ambulatory setting within the last 5 years; EMR and scheduling software familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows clinic/office workflow protocols to maximize quality and efficiency.
• Pre-registers patient for next visit and updates demographics and insurance.
• Performs vital signs, prepares patients for examination, and assists during exams.
• Documents patient info and lab results in the EMR; tracks orders and results.
• Assists with vaccine administration and handling; follows infection control procedures.
• Provides education to patients on care coordination and when to seek ER care.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; able to read, write and speak English

Formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or 3 years MA experience in ambulatory setting

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

EMR experience

Appointment scheduling software

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. Under supervision, you will prepare patients, take vital signs, document in EMR, assist physicians during exams, and participate in vaccines and routine labs.

The per diem day shift requires strong organization, patient education, and teamwork within the clinic setting.