Patient Care Specialist — Medical Assistant

Nantucket Cottage Hospital; Nantucket (MA); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our care team on site. The MA supports patient care under licensed providers, performs routine tests, and assists with clinical and clerical tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with electronic health records. BLS/CPR within one week of hire is required; EHR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations.
• English language proficiency in speaking, reading, writing and typing is required.
• Computer, keyboard and typing proficiency required; min 15 WPM.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS/CPR certification required within one week of hire (AHA/ARC accepted).
• Experience in a healthcare setting and electronic health records preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsabilités

• Accepts assignments for patient care within the scope of preparation and current standards of practice.
• Collaborates as a team member to promote a supportive and therapeutic environment.
• Accurately obtains vital signs, asks about health status, administers appropriate care, and documents in the EHR.
• Performs routine tests such as electrocardiograms, vision and hearing screening, and specimen collection for lab testing.
• Participates in team-based care and patient education initiatives.
• Reinforces patient instruction as directed by provider or nurse.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and compliance readiness.
• Participates in telephone screening of patients and provides instruction as directed.
• Assists with prescription management tasks, prior authorizations, and medication reconciliation.
• Follows clinical practice guidelines and workflows; routes orders to radiology and labs as needed.
• Performs administrative and clerical tasks; manages patient flow, room stocking, scheduling, referrals, and communications.
• Utilizes organizational resources efficiently and performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Independence & teamwork

Calm under pressure

Typing 15 WPM

EHR experience

Medical terminology

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Description du poste

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our care team on site. The MA supports patient care under licensed providers, performs routine tests, and assists with clinical and clerical tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with electronic health records. BLS/CPR within one week of hire is required; EHR experience is preferred.