Orthopedics Medical Assistant: EKG & Patient Care

UMass Memorial Health; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is hiring a Medical Assistant I to provide clinical support and clerical assistance in a busy office/clinic setting. You will receive training to assist providers and the healthcare team in patient care, including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and routine procedures.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification (or obtained within 3 months), and MA credential within 1 year. This is a day shift position with potential signing bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• BLS or Heart Saver (HS) certification required; if not available at hire, must be obtained within 3 months.
• MA credential approved by MA Department of Health must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire/transfer.
• Senior Leadership in Ambulatory or Medical Group/Community Medical Group may grant an extended grace period for extenuating circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to examination rooms and record vital signs (BP, temp, height, weight).
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and Point of Care tests per office standards.
• May administer non-intravenous injections as directed within scope of practice.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant credential (MA) within 1 year

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is hiring a Medical Assistant I to provide clinical support and clerical assistance in a busy office/clinic setting. You will receive training to assist providers and the healthcare team in patient care, including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and routine procedures.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification (or obtained within 3 months), and MA credential within 1 year. This is a day shift position with potential signing bonus eligibility.