Medical Assistant - Childrens Program

Latham Centers, Inc.; Brewster (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Latham Centers, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Childrens Program. In this entry-level role, you'll promote student health by scheduling appointments, providing clerical support, and assisting with medical tasks. Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting special needs individuals, offering a competitive salary and generous benefits including paid time off and health plans.

Benefits

Generous 5 weeks of Paid Time Off

Top-notch health plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuous learning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical office experience preferred but not required.
• Experience working with special needs population preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and transport individuals to medical and dental appointments.
• Assist in administering prescribed medications and treatments.
• Document data and pertinent information in medical files.

Skills

Medical office experience

Computer literacy

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $22.00/hr

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Join our dynamic team as a Medical Assistant and play a pivotal role in promoting student health and well-being! As a Medical Assistant, you'll take charge of scheduling medical and dental appointments, transporting students to essential healthcare visits, and providing vital clerical support to ensure compliance with Department of Education, EEC, and Department of Public Health regulations.

Requirements

• Medical office experience, knowledge of medical terminology, medical record keeping, preferred but not required.
• Computer literacy
• Experience working with special needs population preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a current driver’s license.
• Ability to safely handle children in crisis situations with compassion.
  
  

Latham may be able to provide temporary individual housing based on availability!

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Compensation: $21.10 per hour ($22.25 per hour with CNA certification).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursing Staff in meeting Department of Education and Department of Public Health Regulations.
• Assist in administering prescribed medications and treatments.
• Schedule and transport individuals to medical and dental appointments.
• Order and refill medical and first aid supplies.
• Maintain medical files in neat and organized manner. File documents in a timely way.
• Document data and pertinent information in medical files.
• Complete Medication Administration Training, CPR, First Aid and TCI. Know how to do weights and vital signs.
• Attend team meetings as necessary.
• Meet on a regular basis with the Director of Nursing to review scheduling and student issues.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Any work assigned shall be related to the Employee’s normal duties, except for occasional
• emergencies.
  
  

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 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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