Medical Assistant - Clinic

Health eCareers; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 24,052 - 35,693; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to support its operations in Rutland, Vermont. This role includes preparation of patients, assisting clinicians with care delivery, and managing examination areas, ensuring high standards of care are upheld. Candidates should have a high school diploma, medical terminology knowledge, and relevant experience. Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years Medical Assistant experience in outpatient clinic preferred.
• 1 year of secretarial or administrative experience including medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical duties to prepare patients and assist clinicians.
• Maintain examination rooms, equipment, and supplies.

Skills

Communication

Medical Terminology

Infection Control

Venipuncture

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant program preferred

Job description

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Under the direction and supervision of practice providers or nursing staff, the Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical duties to prepare the patient for the encounter, assist the clinicians in the delivery of care, and maintain examination rooms, equipment, and supplies at an outpatient care site. Also responsible for some clerical and scheduling duties in conjunction with patient contact.

Minimum Education

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• 1-2 Years Medical Assistant experience, preferably in physician practice or outpatient clinic setting.
• 1 year of secretarial or administrative experience, including medical terminology.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Current nationally accredited Medical Assistant Certification/Registration (preferred).
• Current Vermont State LNA License (preferred).

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from patient's plan of care, and other pertinent information under the direct supervision of a provider or licensed nursing staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Moderate knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Knowledge of infection control.
• Venipuncture skills desirable.

Pay Range: $17.46 - $25.91

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Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care