Role Description
Join Southcoast Health as a Medical Assistant - Certified, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Under the direction of the Office Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or designee, you will perform a variety of medical assisting duties, including:
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Providing the highest quality of care and treatment for all patients.
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Assisting providers with patient care and procedures.
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Facilitating efficient flow of patients through the clinic or medical office.
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Communicating with patients regarding test results, surgery schedules, and procedures.
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Utilizing an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other related software to update and/or access patient information.
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Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
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Providing medical interpretation in a language other than English, if necessary.
Qualifications
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Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent plus specialized courses and training.
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National third-party certification (AMCA, AAMA, AMT, CCMA, or NCMA) required within thirteen (13) months of hire as a non-certified Medical Assistant.
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Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or equivalent medical office practice experience required.
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BLS certification is required.
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Prior experience in using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and/or health-related computer software is preferred.
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One (1) year of medical assistance work experience is preferred.
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Fluency in a language other than English and Medical Interpreting is preferred.
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Other certifications, based on practice specialty, may be preferred.
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Computer skills and manual blood pressure measurement are required.
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Customer service skills are a must.
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Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or be exempt for medical or personal reasons.
Requirements
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Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.
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Pay Range: USD $21.94 - USD $28.56 /Hr.
Benefits
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$3,500 new hire sign-on bonus for this position (rehire terms apply).
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A culture of well-being that embraces and celebrates diversity.
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Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
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Generous Earned Time Off Package (available to regular status employees scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours).
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Employee Wellbeing Program.
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403B Retirement Plan with company match.
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Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
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Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.