Medical Assistant, Northboro, 40 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: $3,000

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Medical Assistant II for a day shift in Northborough, MA. This non-exempt position is 40 hours per week with a 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM schedule. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered; the hiring range is $17.43 - $32.94 per hour.

Responsibilities include escorting patients, recording vitals, performing EKGs, phlebotomy, POC tests, injections within scope, and assisting with routine physical examinations. MA credential and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS/HS certification required; if not available on hire, must be obtained within 3 months.
• MA credential approved by MA Department of Health within 1 year from hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to examination rooms and records vital signs.
• Performs EKGs, phlebotomy, and Point of Care tests according to clinic standards.
• May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections within scope of practice.
• Assists in performing routine physical examinations or clinical procedures.
• Reviews laboratory results and communicates abnormal findings to physicians.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant credential (MA credential)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification

Job description

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $17.43 - $32.94

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 10 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 40

Cost Center: 34000 - 3006 Rt 20 Northboro

Signing bonus is available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000

Major Responsibilities

1. Escorts patients to examination rooms, takes and records vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc.; collects and documents patient health status, history, and monitors patient progress following standard procedures.
2. Performs EKGs, phlebotomy, and Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards.
3. May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by office/clinic, within scope of practice.
4. Assists in performing routine physical examinations or clinical procedures.
5. Reviews laboratory results and ensures abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate.

Position Qualifications

License/Certification/Education

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, a BLS/HS must be obtained within 3 months from date of hire. If certification is not obtained within 3 months of hire, the employee may be terminated or may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications.
3. Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.), must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire/transfer. If credentialing is not obtained within 1 year of hire/transfer, the employee will be terminated, or may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications. Senior Leadership in Ambulatory or Medical Group/Community Medical Group may grant an extended grace period for employees with extenuating circumstances, as appropriate.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

Position requires work indoors in a patient care office or clinic environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Work is of medium demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.

Medical Assistant II Required

All of the above responsibilities and qualifications must already have the Medical Assistant certification or registration prior to start date.

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.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.