Medical Assistant - Stratham Family Practice

Anna Jaques Hospital; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

Onsite parking

Weekday schedule

Job summary

Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a community-based medical group serving the Seacoast region with 200+ providers across 20 specialties. The Medical Assistant role supports clerical, clinical and business areas under supervision, contributing to coordinated patient care.

The position offers a standard Monday–Friday schedule, day-one benefits, on-site parking, and opportunities for growth while working within a physician-led, collaborative team in Exeter/Stratham NH.

Qualifications

• High School or GED is required.
• CMA/RMA/CCMA certification or registration is required or within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification is required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties such as pre‑visit work, obtaining vital signs, medication reconciliation, and assisting providers with examinations and/or procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments; ensure exam rooms are cleaned and stocked.
• Respond to patient portal messages the same day according to policies.

Education

High School or GED

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification/registration

BLS within 6 months

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a community-based, multi-specialty medical group dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families across the Seacoast region. With more than 200 healthcare providers across 20 specialties, Core Physicians delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care supported by advanced technology, collaboration, and compassion. Our close partnership with Exeter Hospital allows patients to access seamless, coordinated care within one trusted network.

At Core Physicians, you’ll find a supportive environment that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth. Whether you’re part of our clinical, administrative, or support staff, you’ll play a key role in advancing our mission to deliver exceptional care and service to our community.

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
• Career advancement opportunities and ongoing education support
• Standard weekday schedule (Monday—Friday) , with no weekend or holiday rotations that promote teamwork and work–life balance across locations
• Collaborative, physician-led organization that values input and innovation
• Free onsite parking and convenient Seacoast New Hampshire locations
• Culture grounded in respect, quality, and patient-centered care

The Medical Assistant will provide support to the practice in the functional areas of clerical, clinical and business under the direct supervision of a Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant or Physician.

Job Description

Location: 118 Portsmouth Ave, Stratham NH
Schedule: Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Major Responsibilities

1. Perform clinical duties such as pre‑visit work, obtaining vital signs, providing medication reconciliation, and assisting providers with examinations and/or procedures.
2. Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization as required. Ensure exam rooms are cleaned and stocked.
3. Following standard work procedures and messaging policy, respond to the patient phone portal message on the sameday.
4. Use standing protocols to complete pre-visit work, close gaps in care, administrate vaccines, and complete prescription refills.
5. May schedule pre‑admission and diagnostic testing and place follow‑up calls to patients after surgery.
6. May perform any of the following daily administrative duties of the practice: greeting/check‑in/check‑out, scheduling patients, answering telephones, taking messages, organizing patient charts, filing, pulling and copying patient records, collection of co‑pays and patient balances, post‑payment and adjustment transactions, and balance daily journal.
7. Maintains and adheres to established Core Physicians policies and procedures and federal regulations, including, patient confidentiality, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards; responsible for participating in the daily huddle and completing any actions required and working as a member of the care team to ensure proper communication between all team members.
8. In some practices, the MA may perform scribing duties; accompany the provider into the patient examination room and accurately and efficiently document the encounter; order any labs, make referrals, and order prescriptions that have been recommended by the provider.
9. Responsible for monitoring care team metrics to evaluate improvement metrics and outcome.
10. Provides coverage for other Core Offices as needed, based on priorities, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School or GED
• For hires after 11/28/2011: CMA/RMA/CCMA certification/registration required or within 6 months of hire OR credentialed through a formal training program that includes testing of knowledge
• BLS within 6 months of hire

Pay Range

$20.00 - $29.49

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled