Medical Assistant

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Springfield, MA, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join their Women's Health team. The role involves taking patient vital signs, assisting in procedures, and providing optimal patient care in a supportive environment. A High School diploma or GED and CPR certification are required. Competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus

Generous PTO

Continuing education support

Retirement savings plan with company match

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must have CPR-Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• 3 years of relevant medical assistant experience for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and perform patient intake.
• Assist in procedures and provide patient documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the Women's Health team.

Skills

Patient care

Taking vital signs

Clinical orders

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

NOW HIRING NON-REGISTERED or NON-CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANTS!!!

Sign On Bonus Eligible for Certified/Registered Medical Assistants!!

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Practices, the largest multispecialty group in the region is looking for a full-time Medical Assistant to join our experienced Women\'s Health team in Springfield, MA.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Baystate Health, Medical Assistants perform an important role providing care to our patients. They take vital signs, perform patient intake and history, clinical orders, procedures, documentation and patient discharge. Our supportive work environment allows you to provide optimal patient care.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours a week

• Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with one half day per week 8am-12pm, determined upon hire/practice need

• NO weekends, NO holidays

Location

• 3300 Main St.

• Springfield, MA

Advantages of Working with Baystate

• Sign on bonus (Sign on Bonuses are paid to external hires only; not applicable for internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after 1 year post separation from Baystate Health)

• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

• Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

• Continuing education support and reimbursement

• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

• Farm Share Memberships

• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service

• Free money coach advice from a certified professional

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

• Life insurance

• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but not limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

• CPR-Basic Life Support of Healthcare Provider required from the American Heart Association

Level Qualifications/Requirements

MAI & MAII- requires graduate of accredited MA program Or minimum of 3 years current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting. (evaluated by hiring manager for level hiring for)

MAIII - requires graduate of accredited MA program with minimum of 3 years’ current medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting OR demonstrated competencies of MA III (evaluated by hiring manager) with minimum 5 years’ current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting

MAIV - Only through promotional career ladder internally. Minimum of two years as an MAIII at a Baystate Health with demonstrated competencies for promotion to MA IV. Graduate of an accredited MA program and registered/certified by a third-party credential body.

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

Our Compensation Philosophy

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Practice Specific

1. Assist in visits and procedures for patients seeking abortion services or services for pregnancy loss, such as collecting supplies, printing consents, organizing instruments and medications, and/or assisting during the insertion of cervical dilators for surgical abortion procedures.

2. Assist the provider with pelvic and breast exams for all patients.

3. Assist with cervical cytology screening and filling out appropriate forms.

4. Assist with in-office surgical procedures such as miscarriage management, biopsies, colposcopy, and LEEP procedures of the cervix.

5. Assists with transgender and non-binary patients seeking gender-affirming therapy and/or surgery.

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

Education

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Medical Assistant - OtherOther

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.