Urgent Care - Medical Assistant (MA)

ConvenientMD; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401k match after one year

Employer rewards and discounts

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Peabody, MA, is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to enhance patient care. Responsibilities include direct patient interaction, supporting clinic operations, and documentation of patient information. Candidates should have a high school diploma, medical assistant certification, and at least one year of relevant experience. This role requires 12-hour shifts and the flexibility to work nights and weekends. A collaborative team environment and extensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Must possess BLS certification from a recognized organization.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients and address inquiries professionally.
• Support clinical operations and patient care.
• Administer medications under supervision as needed.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Proactive problem solving

Team collaboration

Technical proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Experity

Job description

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. At ConvenientMD, we’re on a mission to make good health more convenient for all – improving how patients and providers experience healthcare in New England. We’re building a team of dedicated professionals who care about improving lives, are passionate about meaningful work, and are driven to learn from one another.

The Opportunity
As a Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care, assisting healthcare providers, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to improving health outcomes and promoting wellness in our community. If you\'re ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply for the Medical Assistant role and be a key player in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services!

Responsibilities

• Patient Interaction: Engage with patients in a welcoming and professional manner, addressing inquiries and providing assistance and information regarding their medical conditions, treatment plans, and medications.
• Explain prescribed medications, including dosage instructions and potential adverse reactions.
• Offer guidance on lifestyle modifications, preventive healthcare measures, and follow-up care.
• Address patient questions and concerns to ensure they have a clear understanding of their health status and treatment options.

• Clinical Responsibilities: Support clinical operations and patient care.
• Conduct preliminary evaluations to triage patients and determine the urgency of their medical needs.
• Perform basic clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, obtaining medical histories, phlebotomy, and assisting with minor medical procedures.
• Document patient information accurately, maintaining electronic health records (EHRs) in compliance with privacy regulations.

• Medication Administration (prescription meds – NH & ME only): Administer medications under the supervision and direction of licensed healthcare providers, adhering to state regulations and guidelines for medication administration.
• Ensure accurate medication preparation and administration techniques.
• Understand medication dosages, routes of administration, and potential side effects.

• Collaboration with Clinical Team: Work closely with other members of the clinical team to ensure seamless coordination of patient care.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with providers and other healthcare professionals to relay patient information and updates.
• Collaborate with providers on discharge plans and may help with discharge.
• Welcome and support the training of new team clinic team members.

Required Availability

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts in consecutive and/or non-consecutive days:
• For full-time: three (3) 12-hour shifts a week with at least four (4) shifts a month on a Saturday or Sunday.
• For part-time: two (2) 12-hour shifts per week with at least two (2) shifts a month on a Saturday or Sunday.
• For per diem: four (4) 12-hour shifts per month, ideally one (1) shift each week.

• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays.
• If needed, must be able to work at a minimum of three (3) other ConvenientMD locations within a one (1) hour travel distance from your primary clinic.
• Required to travel for training shifts which may occur outside of your primary clinic within a one (1) hour commute.

Who You Are

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification or demonstrated prior experience: Medical Assistant certification with at least one (1) year of experience or two (2) years of experience working as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification. We do not accept CPR, ACLS certifications, or online-only classes.
• Compassionate, authentic, and patient focused: Supports patients through kindness; demonstrating understanding for others and contributing to the creating a community of belonging.
• Proactive and confident communicator (written and verbal): Foreshadows and elevates concerns as they arise, unafraid of professional directness with colleagues and patients.
• Trustworthy: Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Effective communicator and cross-collaborator: Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, team members, and stakeholders across the organization.
• Excellent team player: Enjoys collaborating with others and being a part of a strong team dynamic.
• Technically savvy: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, experience with or ability to learn Experity as well as other business systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• 1-2 years of patient triage experience in an urgent care or emergency department preferred.

Why ConvenientMD?

• Collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth
• Urgent care services at no cost to our team members and their families
• Extensive benefit offerings including health, dental, and vision coverage, company paid short-term disability, and optional pet insurance
• 401k match after one year of service
• Access to our primary care (depending on location)
• Educational Alliance with Purdue University Global and reduced tuition rates for team members and their families
• Employer rewards and access to discounts offered on services and products such as hotels, travel, entertainment, restaurants, and more

There\'s a job and then there\'s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants rarely meet every single job requirement, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process is designed to prevent discrimination against applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes you unique. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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