Medical Assistant - Adult Services

Latham Centers, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 30,265 - 32,718; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks of Paid Time Off

Health plans with significant contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Childcare reimbursement

Retirement fund match

Possible temporary housing

Job summary

Latham Centers, Inc. is looking to hire a Medical Assistant for their Adult Services program. The role involves providing compassionate medical support to individuals, including transporting clients to appointments and assisting with medications. Experience is not required, as training is provided.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $21.97 to $23.75 based on experience and includes generous benefits such as 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and health plans. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and receive training in medical support.
• Driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Prior experience in a medical office preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Transport individuals to medical appointments.
• Complete appointment-related paperwork.
• Document data in Therap.
• Administer medications as per MAP regulations.
• Attend nursing meetings and coordinate care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Computer literacy

Ability to handle crisis situations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hiring – Apply Today!

Empower Lives. Advance Your Career. Make a Difference. Apply today to be a Medical Assistant in the Adult Services program at Latham Centers!

At Latham Centers, we offer more than jobs—we provide meaningful careers. As a leader in special needs care, we seek a Medical Assistant to ensure individuals in our adult program receive compassionate medical support. You'll transport clients, coordinate care, document vital information, and assist with medications. While experience in a medical setting is helpful, it is not required—we provide training and support to help you succeed.

Location

Across Cape Cod

Compensation

$21.97 – $23.75 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule

40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Transport individuals to medical, psychiatric, and dental appointments.
• Complete all pre- and post-appointment paperwork.
• Coordinate appointment transport and follow-up with Adult Services nursing staff, residential supervisors, and community medical professionals.
• Document data and pertinent information from appointments into Therap.
• Transport and/or administer medications in accordance with MAP regulations as needed.
• Attend Adult Services nursing team meetings.
• Meet regularly with the Adult Services Nursing Manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Driver’s license in good standing required.
• Computer literacy.
• Prior experience in a medical office and/or familiarity with medical terms preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely handle children in crisis situations with compassion.
• Willingness to intervene in instances of extreme behavior.

Benefits

• Generous 5 weeks of Paid Time Off.
• Top‑notch health plans (with Latham covering the first 75% of the deductible through an HRA).
• Tuition reimbursement for continuous learning.
• Childcare reimbursement.
• 403(b) Retirement fund match to secure your future (up to 5%).
• Latham may be able to provide temporary individual housing based on availability.

Latham Centers, Inc. (Latham) provides equal opportunity for all individuals served and employed. Latham does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in treatment or employment at Latham, admission or access to Latham, or any other aspect of the programs and activities that Latham operates.