MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Adult Med - Chicopee - 40 hours

Trinity Health Of New England; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits start on date of hire

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England is hiring a Medical Assistant for our Orthopedics Specialty Practice in Massachusetts. You will coordinate patient flow, prepare patients for visits, escort to treatment rooms, and document information in the chart.

The role requires at least 6 months of related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred completion of an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance with CMA certification. Join a patient-centric team with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience is required.
• Knowledge of medical assisting principles as per an Associate’s Degree is preferred.
• National Certification as a Medical Assistant is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms, and assists with patient preparation for examinations and minor procedures.
• Obtains patient history, documents vital signs, and acts as a scribe between patient and physician.
• Processes and files lab/diagnostic results and ensures accurate documentation in patient records.

Skills

Six months experience

Medical Assistant work

Education

Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance

National Certification as Medical Assistant

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:We’re Hiring a Medical Assistant! ATTACH RESUME

Ready to thrive in a dynamic, high energy environment? Join our Orthopedics Specialty Practice and bring your exceptional talents to a team that makes a real impact - every single day.

If you love helping patients, staying organized, and being part of a fast paced, supportive team... we want to meet you!

You would be responsible for coordinating patient flow in office, preparing patients for office visits, escorting patient to treatment rooms, obtaining patient information for medical records, and documenting information in patients’ chart.

What you will do:

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Ensures patient is given appropriate clothing in preparation for the expected physical exam or minor surgeries




• Obtains pertinent history, enters into the medical record including chief complaint, medical and surgical history, allergies, medications, and appropriate review of systems, and takes/documents patient vital signs. In treatment rooms, serves as a scribe between patient and physician, documenting all relevant information.




• Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician. Assures accurate and complete documentation on patient records and notifies providers and other departments of diagnostic testing results.




• Coordinates patient flow in the office. Collaborates with receptionist to make certain that patients are seen in a timely and efficient manner. Assists front office personnel by answering the telephone, scheduling patient appointments, and other tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required




• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience is required




• Knowledge of medical assisting normally associated with obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance is preferred, National Certification as a Medical Assistant a plus

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Great benefits start on date of hire




• Patient-centric environment




• Career growth and advancement potential




• Diverse and inclusive culture

We are a group of primary care providers, specialists and surgeons serving patients in Connecticut and western Massachusetts. Part of Trinity Health Of New England, we offer primary care, specialty care, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and imaging and lab services for thousands of patients every year.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.