Medical Assistant - MA

Peak Vista Community Health Centers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 29,521 - 42,802; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A nonprofit health care organization is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care under a licensed provider's direction. Responsibilities include scheduling appointments, assisting with patient inquiries, and performing clinical and administrative duties. Required qualifications include being a Registered/Certified Medical Assistant and holding a current CPR certification. The role offers competitive compensation and numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant is required.
• Current CPR certification is necessary.
• Relevant healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of healthcare provider.
• Schedule appointments and perform intake functions.
• Assist with patient service duties and perform clinical tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Clinical duties

Education

Registered/Certified Medical Assistant

Current CPR (BLS) Certification

Job description

Overview

Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a nonprofit health care organization whose mission is to provide exceptional health care to people facing access barriers through clinical programs and education. We provide integrated health care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health through our 20 outpatient health centers. We deliver care with our strong "Hospitality" culture. Our organization has over 800 employees and serves more than 74,300 patients annually in the Pikes Peak and East Central regions of Colorado. Our service area covers 14 counties, from the front range to the Kansas border, with locations throughout Colorado Springs, Fountain, Divide, Limon, and Strasburg. Peak Vista is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC).

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation (Pay): $21.43 to $31.07 per hour based on experience.

A $1000 sign on bonus will be paid in the following manner: $300 payout upon 30 days of employment, $300 payout upon 90 days of employment, and $400 payout upon one year of employment.
*Current employees are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Loyalty Bonus - $1200 upon 1 year of service and then a $300 payout for every additional 3 months worked. This applies to only FT employees. The amount will be prorated for PT employees.

Summary of Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD
• 403(b) Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Perks Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program

For more details, see the benefits summary at peakvista.org/resources/benefits-summary

Job Summary

Job Summary: Provides patient care under the direction of a licensed healthcare provider. Schedules appointments and performs the necessary intake functions for arriving patients, assists in questions, directs telephone calls, and other patient service duties. Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of provider, patient and assigned area. The Medical Assistant contributes to the success of the clinic by ensuring the quality of care provided to the patient.

Qualifications

Education, Certification, Licensure: Registered/Certified Medical Assistant & Current CPR (BLS) Certification.

Work Experience: Relevant healthcare experience preferred.

*Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening; which includes but is not limited to, a Criminal Background check. Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PVCHC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s I-9 to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration Records. To learn more, visit: everify.com