Medical Assistant II, Float Pool, 40 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated caregivers to join their team. In this role, you'll provide essential support to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety while monitoring vital signs and assisting with clinical procedures. The organization values diversity and respect, promoting a collaborative environment where every team member plays a crucial role. With a generous sign-on bonus and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patient care. Join a team committed to excellence and compassion in healthcare.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification needed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients and record vital signs.
• Perform EKGs and phlebotomy tests as needed.
• Assist in routine physical examinations.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

EKG

Phlebotomy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Credential

Job description

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 40

Cost Center: 10020 - 0156 Ambulatory Float Pool

Union: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

Note: This position may have a signing bonus available. A member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver—regardless of their title or responsibilities. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. As part of our team of over 16,000 employees, we work together in pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. Everyone plays an important part, every day.

We are offering a $3,000 Sign-On Bonus! A talent acquisition caregiver will provide more details during the interview.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Escort patients to examination rooms, take and record vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Collect and document patient health status, history, and monitor patient progress following standard procedures.
2. Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards.
3. Prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by the office/clinic, within scope of practice.
4. Assist in performing routine physical examinations or clinical procedures.
5. Review laboratory results and ensure abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, must be obtained within 3 months.
• Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health, must be obtained within 1 year from the date of hire/transfer. Extensions may be granted for extenuating circumstances.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We promote respect and diversity. Our Six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. Join us in making respect a standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity employer, UMass Memorial Health encourages applications from individuals of varied backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other protected status by law.

If you need assistance applying due to disability or assistive technology, contact us at [e-mail]. We will respond promptly to your request for assistance.