Medical Assistant
Hours: Monday, Tues, Thurs 8:00am-4:30pm
Location: New Bedford, MA
Pay: $23-26/hour
Job Description:
- Assist providers with patient care and procedures.
- Facilitate efficient flow of patients through the clinic or medical office.
- May be responsible for telephone communication with patients including communication of test results, surgery schedules, procedures and providing appropriate counsel and follow-up under the direction of a designated supervisor.
- Utilize an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other related software to update and/or access patient information, as appropriate.
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Responsibilities may include providing medical interpretation in a language other than English for the practice office.
Education And/or Experience Requirements
- Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent plus specialized courses and training.
- National third-party certification, such as AMCA, AAMA, AMT, CCMA (NHA certification), or NCMA (NCCT certification) is required within 13 months of hire
- Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program, or 2-3 years related medical office practice experience, is required.
- BLS certification is also required.
- Prior experience in using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and/or health-related computer software is preferred.
- One (1) year of medical assistance work experience is preferred.
- Fluent in a language other than English and Medical Interpreting is preferred.
- Other certifications, based on practice specialty may be preferred.
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