MEDICAL ASSISTANT II

South Shore Health System; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Wound Center in Weymouth, MA. The role involves patient greeting, basic procedure assistance, vital signs, and front-desk support in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The successful candidate will have a Medical Assistant program, high school diploma, and BLS; CMA certification is preferred. The position is full-time, daytime hours, with a focus on teamwork and exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required; CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to examination rooms.
• Assist with procedures under physician supervision.
• Take and document vital signs.
• Assist administrative team with scheduling, check-in/out, and forms processing.
• Coordinate room rotations and assist with test results follow-up.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR (Meditech/i-heal)

Medical equipment

Job description

Requisition Number: R-23762
Facility: LOC0013 - 90 Libbey Parkway Suite 10090 Libbey Parkway Weymouth, MA 02189
Department Name: SSH Wound Center
HB Status: Full time
Budgeted Hours: 40
Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Pay Range: $23.30 - $33.30

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. 1 - Greets patients coming in for appointments in a professional manner and escorts them into patient exam rooms.
2. 2 - Assist with varied procedures within the practice including both routine and non-routine (complex) procedures as directed and under the supervision of the MD, NP, or PA. (The extent and complexity of procedures will be practice specific and need to have documentation of why considered complex).
   1. a - Provide a variety of services including: assisting physicians in all minor procedures and wound care as requested.
   2. b - act as a chaperone when needed
3. 3 - Takes vital signs and documents accordingly.
4. 4 - Assists administrative team in greeting patients, scheduling appointments, processing orders, collecting encounter forms and answering telephones.
5. 5 - Assists with determining reason for visit or phone call, flags for immediate responses, takes messages appropriately and notifies appropriate medical staff.
6. 6 - Responsible for coordination of room rotations.
   1. a - Assists with varied procedures, as directed and under the supervision of the MD, NP or PA
7. 7 - Assists with receiving test results for physicians and calling patient with follow up of labs and tests under direction of physician/nurse practitioner.
8. 8 - Cleans instruments and equipment following infection control guidelines.
9. 9 - Maintains sterilizer competencies.
10. 10 - Maintains excellent customer service and fosters an environment of optimal patient care
    1. a - Communicate critical patient information to the nurse and/or provider.
    2. b - Act in a professional manner at all times
    3. c - Maintain a positive attitude at all times, creating a collaborative and team oriented environment
11. 11 - Ensures appropriate communication in changes in schedule with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, staff and patients.
    1. a - Verifies schedule at end of clinic and gives to Program Director.
    2. b - Assists Nursing Supervisor with completing weekly MA schedules
    3. c - Participate in daily huddles, attend 75% of scheduled staff meetings and attend workflow/other meetings as needed.
12. 12 - Cross-trains to assist in covering the front desk team when needed. Duties include: patient check in/out, answering any questions that patient may have, and other related administrative tasks.
    1. a - Efficiently manages email communications in a timely manner, uses appropriately and remains current with division/organizational communications.
    2. b - Is proficient in the use of all computer applications, Meditech, lotus notes, i-heal..
    3. c - Assists in uploading of photographs into Meditech and i-heal.
13. 13 - Percept new employees using the established check off sheet reviewing departmental protocols, policies and workflow.
    1. a - serve as a role model/mentor providing support, training and sharing of knowledge including explaining and monitoring new workflows and policies
14. 14 - Works in Collaboration with Nursing Supervisor in the preparation of yearly evaluations by providing individual feedback and assisting with chart review and reviewing yearly competencies and ensure compliance with all personnel policies.
15. 15 - Commits to two sessions of our annual flu clinics
16. 16 - Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment
    1. a -Demonstrates required office and clinical equipment competencies necessary to successfully perform this role
    2. b -Verifies patient identification according to policy prior to administration of care and/or procedures.
    3. c -Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand-washing.
    4. d -Adheres to universal precautions and makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
    5. e -Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials
    6. f -Utilizes proper body mechanics when performing all aspects of the job
    7. g -Follows appropriate chain of communication/command.
17. 17 - Other duties as required
18. 18 - Works the required weekend and holiday schedule

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education - Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred. Minimum Work Experience Experience in a clinical setting preferred License/Certifications BLS - Basic Life Support required CMA - Certified Medical Assistant certificate preferred Required additional Knowledge and Abilities Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Strong clinical and judgment skills are essential. Good organizational and prioritization skills Ability to work successfully as a team player. Demonstrated knowledge of varied medical procedures Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and English grammar. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions; communicate clearly. Able to both lead and take direction from Nursing Supervisor. Employee must demonstrate computer proficiency through efficient use of the electronic medical record; telephone communications; e-mail; and other computer software as required. monday-friday 9-5:30 Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)

South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in Southeast... Massachusetts. South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.