Primary Care Medical Assistant-Certified or Apprentice (Full Time)

North Country Healthcare; Lancaster (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in New Hampshire seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide care and treatment for clients under physician supervision in a medical office. Key qualifications include graduation from an accredited medical assisting program, preferred certification as a medical assistant, and BLS certification. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality care to adult and pediatric patients while staying updated on medical assisting trends. Join a committed team delivering exceptional healthcare experiences every day.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited medical assisting program with current knowledge.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is a plus.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Care for clients in a medical office under physician supervision.
• Ensure quality care for adult and pediatric patients.

Skills

Knowledge of medical assisting trends and techniques

BLS certification

Patient care experience

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of medical assisting

Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

Job Summary

The medical assistant is responsible for the care and treatment of clients in a medical office as directed by a physician. They work under the supervision of the provider, to ensure that quality care is provided to adult and pediatric patients.

Essential Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited school of medical assisting with knowledge of new trends and techniques in medical assisting. Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred; BLS required. Previous experience is also preferred.

About AVH

The major strength of Androscoggin Valley Hospital (AVH) is found in its wide network of specialists who provide care throughout Coos and portions of Carroll County, NH. With wide-ranging specialties including, but not limited to, Audiology, Urology, Ear, Nose, Throat/Allergy, OB/GYN, Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, and General Surgery, a number of our providers travel to multiple North Country locations, providing a seamless and convenient patient experience. A 25-bed critical access hospital, AVH also offers state of the art Imaging technology: Mammography, CT Scan, Ultrasound, and MRI all received Gold Seal Accreditation by the American College of Radiology. AVH proudly offers a full complement of Physical Therapy services (Inpatient, Outpatient, and off-site) as well as Occupational Therapy (Inpatient and Outpatient.) The close relationship that AVH enjoys with Coos County Family Health Services yields multiple off-site Laboratory locations within their primary care clinics. Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by iVantage numerous times, the providers, nurses, staff, and volunteers work tirelessly to personify the Hospital’s Mission to Deliver the Best Healthcare Experience to Every Patient, Every Day.

About North Country Healthcare (NCH)

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.