Posted 4d ago

Medical Assistant - Urgent Care (32hrs)

@ Community Health Connections
Leominster or Gardner
$20-$26/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Prepares patients for visits, Assists in routine physical examinations, Assists in preparing patients for routine diagnostic procedures
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred. BLS certification required. Bilingual Spanish/English or Portuguese/English a plus. Prior medical office experience and data entry skills preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Data Entry, Electronic Health Records
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Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Medical Assistant provides assistance to the patients and providers to manage the flow of the clinic.

Responsibilities include:

  • Prepares patients for visits with providers by performing and recording vital signs (including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, weight, and other procedures as needed)
  • Assists in routine physical examinations by preparing the patient, the equipment, and supplies, and assisting the provider as needed.
  • Assists in preparing patients for routine diagnostic procedures (i.e., urine specimens) and performing selected screening tests (including urine dipsticks, urine hCG, and rapid strep throat cultures)
  • Assists in preparing routine diagnostic request forms.
  • Books patients for tests and appointments with outside facilities and/or specialists

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required, Associate Degree in Medical Office Assistant or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous experience preferred.
  • Bilingual in Spanish/English or Portuguese/English is a PLUS 
  • Work experience similar to a medical office environment
  • Computer skills for accurate data entry
  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology
  • AHA BLS Health Care Provider certification or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced medical office environment.

We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits including bonuses, paid time off (vacation, sick, personal and 10 holidays), health, dental, life, vision, 401K, and more!