Medical Assistant: Hands-On Care with Career Growth

Northern Counties Health Care, Inc.; Danville (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Counties Health Care, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Danville Health Center. The role supports clinical procedures, rooms patients, assists with documentation, and coordinates care to build a solid foundation across clinical and administrative tasks.

The Medical Assistant works under supervision of providers and Nurse Manager, delivers patient-centered care, and contributes to a mission-driven organization that supports staff development and growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification required upon employment.
• Minimum one-year experience in a community health center, medical office, or similar setting preferred.
• Certification from an approved course of medical assistant or nursing assistant study preferred.
• Familiarity with public health and community health issues.

Responsibilities

• Take patient vital signs and record measurements.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and collect specimens per training.
• Document care actions and patient responses in the EMR.
• Set up exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain clean, stocked areas.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

1 year experience in community health center

MA or CNA certification preferred

ICD-9/10 and CPT coding familiarity preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Job description

Northern Counties Health Care, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Danville Health Center. The role supports clinical procedures, rooms patients, assists with documentation, and coordinates care to build a solid foundation across clinical and administrative tasks.

The Medical Assistant works under supervision of providers and Nurse Manager, delivers patient-centered care, and contributes to a mission-driven organization that supports staff development and growth.