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QuadMed is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team in Blue Springs, MA. Join our employer health center with a focus in primary care!

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Medical Assistant I will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare worker interested in working in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success.

Schedule: Full-time (.75 FTE), Monday-Thursday

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Measures and records vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)

+ Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e.- patient interviews and histories, vital signs, treatments, test results.

+ Assists medical staff with patient examinations

+ Uses CPR skills when necessary

+ Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments

+ Provides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.

+ Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.

+ Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with medical assistant associations, as applicable.

+ Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team-based approach to health care delivery

+ Front office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.

+ May perform routine screening tests

+ Draws patient blood samples as directed and prepares samples for ordered laboratory analysis, and collection of other ordered lab specimens.

+ Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations

+ Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures

+ Assists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals

+ Certain clients and health centers may require travel

+ Performs other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Graduate of accredited school of medical assisting, or combination of equivalent education and experience.

Experience:

+ Minimum One (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant required.

+ Phlebotomy and lab experience required.

+ Experience working front office preferred.

+ Experience working in a Primary Care setting preferred.

+ Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

+ Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

+ Medical Assistant certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCCT. Certification through another accredited association will need review/approval preferred.

+ Skill certification through NIOSH or CAOHC preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

+ Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team approach to health care delivery.

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written).

+ Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.

+ Bilingual a plus.