Medical Assistant, Bariatric Surgery & Weight Management

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance and professional开发?

Job summary

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant II to join the Bariatric Surgery and Weight Management team onsite, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You will support clinical operations and coordinate care with nurses and providers, helping prepare exams and treatments.

This role offers exposure to bariatric surgery and obesity medicine, with CPR/BLS certification and Epic experience preferred, along with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS/ CPR training within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of MA course or diploma or 1 year in a medical office setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient patient flow with an anticipated 20 patients per day.
• Assist during office visits: chart prep, rooming, examinations, procedures, treatments.
• Perform patient panel management: calls, test results, refills, care coordination.
• Maintain neat, clean, safe patient care areas.
• Interact with patients and families professionally and compassionately.
• Partner with nurses and providers to create a positive care experience.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of Medical Assistant course or diploma program (or 1 year experience)

National Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT)

Epic experience

Tools

Epic Systems

Job description

Job Summary

Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM | Onsite | 10 Members Way, Dover, NH

Join a collaborative, mission-driven team that is transforming lives through compassionate, comprehensive care. The Center for Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery supports patients through every stage of their health journey, offering weight loss surgery and obesity medicine programs designed to help patients build healthier futures. Our multidisciplinary team includes bariatric surgeons, advanced practitioners, certified nurses, registered dietitians, and behavioral health counselors who work together to prepare patients physically and mentally for surgery, support preoperative weight loss, and address long-term wellness needs. As an accredited program through the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, we are committed to delivering exceptional care, guidance, and support. We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant II to join our Bariatric Surgery and Weight Management team onsite, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. This is an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant who enjoys working as a trusted clinical partner, building strong patient relationships, and contributing to a supportive, team-based environment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work to the top of your education and certification while collaborating closely with nurses, providers, and other members of the care team. Medical Assistants rotate in support of multiple providers, offering exposure to different clinical styles, opportunities to expand skills, and the chance to deepen knowledge in bariatric surgery and obesity medicine.

What You’ll Do

• Support efficient patient flow throughout the practice, with an anticipated visit volume of approximately 20 patients per day.
• Assist during office visits, including chart preparation, rooming, examinations, procedures, and treatments as directed.
• Perform clinically appropriate patient panel management tasks, including phone calls, test results, prescription refill support, and care coordination.
• Maintain neat, clean, organized, and safe patient care areas.
• Interact with patients and families in a professional, welcoming, and compassionate manner that supports their individual needs.
• Partner with nurses, providers, and fellow team members to create a positive care experience for every patient.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be part of a highly collaborative care team focused on meaningful, life-changing patient outcomes.
• Gain exposure to bariatric surgery, obesity medicine, nutrition, behavioral health, and long‑term patient care.
• Develop your clinical skills while working with multiple providers and care team members.
• Enjoy a predictable weekday schedule with no weekends listed for this role.
• Contribute to a patient‑centered program recognized for quality care and comprehensive support.

Please note: While we do our best to keep employees in their assigned practices and locations, team members may occasionally be asked to float to other departments within the WHP system when appropriate and needed for cross‑coverage during staffing shortages or other extenuating circumstances.

Qualifications Required

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS or annual manikin training, including CPR and AED, required within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant course or diploma program, or a minimum of 1 year of professional experience in a medical office setting.
• Medical office experience strongly preferred.
• Epic experience strongly preferred.
• National Medical Assistant Certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Benefits At Mass General Brigham, our employees are our most important resource. We are committed to ensuring employees have access to a benefits package that is comprehensive, contemporary, and highly competitive. We offer a full range of benefits that meet the needs of you and your family, including programs to support your health, financial well‑being, and life.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A robust retirement savings program
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• And other perks!

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 10 Members Way Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $19.80 - $24.94/Hourly Grade 3

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EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth‑Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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