Medical Assistant - Convenient Care

1400 Baystate Medical Practices, Inc; United States; Sur place; USD 29 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Career growth and development

Regional opportunities across Baystate

Résumé du poste

Baystate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Convenient Care team in Northampton, MA. The role supports patient intake, clinical care, and documentation, including phlebotomy and immunizations, within a multi-disciplinary setting.

The MA ladder (MAI–MAIV) governs level placement based on competencies and experience, with responsibilities across visits, procedures, and coordination of care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; CPR-BLS from American Heart Association required.
• This position is part of a career ladder and the appropriate level will be determined by the organization.
• MAI–MAIV competencies may be required or demonstrated by hiring manager with relevant experience.

Responsabilités

• Patient intake and history: room patients for intake, gather vitals, review histories, document medications, complete site-specific screening forms in the EHR.
• Clinical and provider support: prepare treatment rooms, chaperone patients, assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Orders and documentation: implement provider orders, process refills, obtain prior authorizations, document data timely.
• Procedures: perform independent procedures such as EKGs, vision/hearing screenings, point-of-care testing.
• Phlebotomy and immunizations in accordance with policy.
• Patient discharge and coordination: review discharge instructions, provide resources, process referrals, schedule follow-ups.

Connaissances

Patient intake

Vital signs

Rooming patients

Documentation

Phlebotomy

Immunizations

Discharge coordination

Formation

High School diploma or GED

CPR-BLS for Healthcare Providers

MA program competency (MA I–IV)

Outils

Description du poste

Medical Assistant – Convenient Care Medical Assistant in Northampton, MA

Location: 325 King St, Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Type: Full Time Shift: T/W/Fri 8:30a-7:30p; every other weekend 7:30a-4p

Make an Impact with Baystate Health

Baystate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to join our Convenient Care team in Northampton, Massachusetts. Our practice offices are part of a multi-specialty medical group with nearly 1,000 physicians and advanced practitioners serving patients across more than 60 locations in Western Massachusetts. The Medical Assistant role offers the opportunity to work in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary care team to ensure smooth patient transitions, maintain accurate medical records and support providers during examinations, testing and procedures.

Medical Assistant Responsibilities Include:

• Patient Intake & History: Room patients for intake, gather vital signs, review histories, document medications, and complete required site-specific screening forms in the Electronic Health Record.
• Clinical & Provider Support: Prepare treatment rooms, chaperone patients, and assist providers during examinations, testing, and in-office procedures.
• Orders & Documentation: Implement provider orders and standing protocols, process prescription refills, obtain prior authorizations, and accurately document all data within established timeframes.
• Procedures: Perform independent procedures as approved by the provider, including EKGs, vision/hearing screenings, and point-of-care testing.
• Perform phlebotomy and administer immunizations in strict accordance with organization policy.
• Patient Discharge & Coordination: Review discharge instructions with patients, provide educational resources, process referrals, and schedule follow‑up appointments.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High School diploma or GED required CPR-Basic Life Support of Healthcare Provider required from the American Heart Association required
• This position is part of a career ladder, and the appropriate level will be determined by the organization.
• MAI - Graduate of an accredited MA program preferred OR demonstrated competencies of MA I (evaluated by hiring manager) with minimum 1 year experience in a medical office.
• MAII - Graduate of an accredited MA program OR demonstrated competencies of MA II (evaluated by hiring manager for level hiring for) with minimum 3 years’ current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting.
• MAIII - Graduate of an accredited MA program with a minimum of 5 years’ current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting preferred OR demonstrated competencies of MA III (evaluated by hiring manager) with minimum 5 years’ current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting OR minimum of two years as an MA II at a Baystate Health with demonstrated competencies of MA III.
• MAIV - (Internal career ladder) Minimum of two years as an MA III at Baystate Health with demonstrated competencies for promotion to MA IV. Graduate of an accredited MA program and registered/certified by a third-party credential body. Credentialing must be awarded by a third-party credentialing body which can be obtained through:
• Registered through Medical Assistant (ARMA) - (Minimum Requirement)
• Registered through American Medical Technologist (AMT) association
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcare Association (NHA); or American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

Practice Specific:

• Assist in visits and procedures for patients seeking abortion services or services for pregnancy loss, such as collecting supplies, printing consents, organizing instruments and medications, and/or assisting during the insertion of cervical dilators for surgical abortion procedures.
• Assist provider with pelvic and breast exams for all patients.
• Assist with cervical cytology screening and filling out appropriate forms
• Assist with in-office surgical procedures such as miscarriage management, biopsies, colposcopy, and LEEP procedures of the cervix.
• Assists with transgender and non-binary patients seeking gender-affirming therapy and/or surgery

Schedule Details

Job Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week Shift: Tues/Wed/Fri, 8:30a-7p Every other weekend 7:30a-4p

Benefits That Support You

At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.

Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children’s Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice. Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Education

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Compensation Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $20.79 - $26.28 - $34.33

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health (additional)

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system with hospitals, physician practices, a health plan and more serving over 800,000 people throughout western New England. Baystate Health is the safety net provider in Western Massachusetts. With roots dating to the founding of Springfield Hospital in 1883, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality, compassionate and accessible care in the Pioneer Valley for more than 140 years and continues to be a pillar of its community - rooted here, serving here, and helping generations thrive here. With a focus on advancing health for all, Baystate is not only a keystone of the region, it is a national leader in health care. Learn more at BaystateHealth.Org

Hospital Locations

The ever-growing health system includes six Massachusetts hospitals: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield; Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center); Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield; Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer; Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield; Baystate Mercy Hospital in Springfield.