Medical Assistant openings 30 minutes northwest of Boston
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Bariatric Medicine
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/04/24
Community Health Center that has provided access to high quality, affordable health care for children and adults of all ages — regardless of their ability to pay for 50 years - is seeking Medical Assistants to join their team! Opportunities exist in Adult Medicine, Pediatrics, OBGYN and refugee support.
- Under the direction of a Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse, the medical assistant provides direct patient care and assists other healthcare professionals in examining and treating patients.
- Greets and escorts patients to assigned room or area.
- Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, height and weight and records information on patient chart. Prepares the patient for exam.
- Assists with selected procedures, such as pap smears, ear irrigation, vision/hearing tests, simple dressing change, 12-lead EKG; specimen collection, including simple wave testing; and CPR. Helps patients resolve simple issues if necessary, and other duties as assigned.
- Performs non-direct patient care activities such as performing supply inventory and stocks medical supplies in exam rooms. Performs inventory of paper supplies and patient forms.
- Performs refrigerator temperature with daily checklist.
- Cleans toys with soap and water on a weekly basis
- Inputs immunization date into the DPH computer daily, as assigned.
- Assists in retrieving medical records if needed.
- Assists in keeping nursing station and clinic neat and clean, and other duties as assigned.
- Maintains infection control practice at all times, especially with patients requiring isolation/reverse precautions. Maintains universal precautions in handling blood/body fluids. Maintains TB precautions according to clinic policy.
Qualifications
- Medical Assisting Certificate
- Current BLS/CPR Certificate
Health Center’s mission is to provide caring, quality and culturally competent health services to the people of our community, regardless of their financial status; to reduce health disparities and enhance the health of the community; and to empower each individual to maximize their overall well-being. We serve a diverse, multicultural, urban community and are seeking a candidates committed to work with this population.
The Community:
This Massachusetts city lies on the banks of the Merrimack River, about 30 miles northwest of Boston. Together with Cambridge, the city shares the role of county seat of Middlesex County, and is located near Interstate Highways I-495, I-93, and U.S. Route 3, providing easy access throughout Massachusetts as well as to the neighboring states of New Hampshire and Maine. This city boasts a rich historical background and a thriving cultural scene, providing residents with a vibrant community atmosphere. With affordable housing options and a variety of outdoor activities, it's an ideal place for families and young professionals to call home.
APPLY NOW or TEXT Job #CW228108 and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412.