Medical Assistant - Bariatrics - Springfield

Trinity Health Of New England; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits start on date of hire

Patient-centric environment

Career growth and advancement

Diverse and inclusive culture

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England is hiring a Medical Assistant for our Bariatric Surgery Specialty Practice in Massachusetts. The role focuses on coordinating patient flow, preparing patients for visits, and ensuring accurate medical records.

You will escort patients to treatment rooms, document information, take vital signs, and assist as a scribe for the physician. A supportive, patient-centric environment with growth opportunities awaits.

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms and patient for examination or minor procedures.
• Obtains patient history and vital signs; documents in medical records; acts as a scribe for physician.
• Processes lab results and uses the chart to notify providers and other departments.
• Coordinates patient flow and assists front office with scheduling and calls as needed.

Skills

Patient coordination

Documentation

Vital signs

Scribe assistance

Education

High school diploma

Associates Degree in Medical Assistance

National Certification

Job description

We're Hiring a Medical Assistant! ATTACH RESUME

Ready to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy environment? Join our Bariatric Surgery 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

Pay Range:$18.00 - $26.10

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

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.