Medical Assistant (Westboro Med Ped), 40 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health system in Central Massachusetts is seeking dedicated caregivers to join their team. This role is pivotal in providing exceptional patient care, where you will escort patients, monitor vital signs, and assist in clinical procedures. The organization values respect and teamwork, offering a supportive environment for over 16,000 employees. With a signing bonus available and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the community. Join a team that prioritizes healing and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Required certifications include BLS and Medical Assistant credential.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients, record vital signs, and monitor patient progress.
• Perform EKGs and phlebotomy according to clinic standards.
• Prepare and administer non-intravenous injections as required.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

EKGs

Phlebotomy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Credential

Job description

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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: May Vary, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 40

Cost Center: 34000 - 3057 Westboro Med Peds

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver—regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

$3000 Sign-on Bonus

Major Responsibilities

1. Escorts patients to examination rooms, takes and records vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Collects and documents patient health status, history, and monitors patient progress following standard procedures.
2. Performs EKGs, phlebotomy, Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards.
3. May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by office/clinic, within scope of practice.
4. Assists in performing routine physical examinations or clinical procedures.
5. Reviews laboratory results and ensures abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate.

Position Qualifications

License/Certification/Education

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, a BLS/HS must be obtained within 3 months from date of hire. If certification is not obtained within 3 months of hire, the employee may be terminated or may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications.
• Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.), must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire/transfer. If credentialing is not obtained within 1 year, the employee will be terminated, or may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications. Senior Leadership may grant an extended grace period for extenuating circumstances.

Medical Assistant II Required

All of the above and must already have the Medical Assistant certification or registration prior to start date.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We strive to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health— for our patients, community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these standards, we invite you to join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.

If you are unable to submit an application due to assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will respond as soon as possible to assist you.