Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Phlebotomy (Day Shift)

ummh; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus possible

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care clinics in Central Massachusetts. You will escort patients, record vital signs, perform EKGs and phlebotomy, and assist with injections and routine exams.

A current BLS certification is required, with credentialing as a Medical Assistant approved by the MA Department of Health to be obtained within one year of hire. The role emphasizes patient care within a busy clinic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Medical Assistant credential approved by MA Department of Health must be obtained within 1 year of hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to examination rooms and record vital signs (BP, temp, height, weight).
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and Point of Care tests per clinic standards.
• May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed.
• Assist in routine physical examinations or clinical procedures.
• Review laboratory results and escalate abnormal findings to physicians.

Skills

Vital signs collection

EKG

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Medical Assistant credential (MA Dept of Health approved)

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care clinics in Central Massachusetts. You will escort patients, record vital signs, perform EKGs and phlebotomy, and assist with injections and routine exams.

A current BLS certification is required, with credentialing as a Medical Assistant approved by the MA Department of Health to be obtained within one year of hire. The role emphasizes patient care within a busy clinic environment.