Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Concord Hospital Health System; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Hospital Health System in New Hampshire seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under provider direction. The role includes basic clerical, environmental and organizational duties within the medical office.

Responsibilities include preparing examination rooms, assisting with procedures, taking vital signs and documenting in the EMR. CPR/BLS certification is required, and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Healthcare experience acceptable for applicants without formal program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or Red Cross CPR/AED for professionals.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls by following guidelines and identify patient health concerns.
• Interview patients, measure vitals, and update medications/allergies in EMR.
• Prepare exam rooms, stock supplies and assist with procedures.
• Demonstrate clinical skills and support providers during exams.
• Schedule appointments and manage referrals per guidelines.
• Inventory and order medical supplies for assigned area.
• Use Cerner, GroupWise and related software per protocols.
• Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms.

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Cerner

GroupWise

Job description

Concord Hospital Health System in New Hampshire seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under provider direction. The role includes basic clerical, environmental and organizational duties within the medical office.

Responsibilities include preparing examination rooms, assisting with procedures, taking vital signs and documenting in the EMR. CPR/BLS certification is required, and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.