Medical Assistant (Practice Operations) - Per Diem

Springfield Hospital, Inc; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401k with employer match

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Springfield Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient flow and assist practitioners across several specialties, including ENT, Orthopaedics, Podiatry, General Surgery, Urology, and Gynecology.

The role requires licensure or equivalent experience, BLS, and strong communication and organizational skills. Under direct supervision, you will perform office procedures, manage patient records in EHRs, verify insurance, and assist with scheduling and billing tasks while delivering

Qualifications

• Certification as Medical Assistant or equivalent experience.
• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Experience in a physician office preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures (vital signs, specimen collection, administering medications under supervision, minor surgical assistance).
• Knowledge of office tasks (scheduling, records, EHRs, insurance verification, billing and coding).
• Excellent patient care and communication skills with ability to explain procedures and educate patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient flow in the office.
• Respond to requests for information appropriately.
• Under supervision, perform procedures in the office setting.
• Apply critical thinking in patient care decisions.
• Manage self and resources effectively.
• Work across multiple specialty departments (ENT, Orthopaedics, Podiatry, General Surgery, Urology, Gynecology).

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Time management

Adaptability

HIPAA compliance

Education

Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent experience

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Tools

EHR systems

Medical billing

Scheduling software

Job description

Description

The Medical Assistant will:

• Demonstrate the ability to maintain patient flow in the office.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to requests for information in an appropriate way.
• Under direct supervision and the direction of the practitioner, demonstrate the ability to perform procedures in the office setting.
• Apply critical thinking skills and consider alternatives in the delivery of patient care.
• Manage self and resources effectively.
• Work in all Specialty departments including, Ear Nose & Throat, Orthopaedics, Podiatry, General Surgery, Urology and Gynecology.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Experience in a physician office (preferred)
• Knowledge of clinical procedures, such as taking vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate), collecting patient specimens (blood, urine, etc.) administering medications (under the supervision of a healthcare provider), and assisting with minor surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of office tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, managing electronic health records (EHRs), verifying insurance information, and handling billing and coding processes.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills including the ability to explain procedures, educate patients on treatment plans, and provide emotional support.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of infection control protocols and safety measures to prevent the spread of diseases including proper hand hygiene, using personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly, maintaining a clean and sterile environment, and following safety regulations.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of medical ethics and legal principles, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing situations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Salary Range

The base rate for this position is $19.00 - $22.00 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.

Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.