Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Team Support

Nantucket Cottage Hospital; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the care team. You will support patient care under licensed providers, obtain vital signs, assist with routine tests, and help educate patients while maintaining accurate EHR documentation.

Strong communication, teamwork, and professionalism are essential, with CPR/BLS required early after hire. On-site schedule includes day shifts and potential overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.
• Typing minimum 15 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within scope and with licensed providers.
• Take vital signs and document in the electronic health record.
• Assist with tests and specimen collection as directed.
• Support patient education and care coordination.
• Handle administrative tasks and scheduling as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the care team. You will support patient care under licensed providers, obtain vital signs, assist with routine tests, and help educate patients while maintaining accurate EHR documentation.

Strong communication, teamwork, and professionalism are essential, with CPR/BLS required early after hire. On-site schedule includes day shifts and potential overtime as needed.