Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Amherst College invites applications for the Certified Medical Assistant position. The Certified Medical Assistant is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $25 to $28 per hour.

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families.

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical providers with patient care, including administrative and environmental tasks. Fulfills patient care responsibilities as well as appointment scheduling and verification of insurance coverage and patient demographics. Facilitates patient flow and conveys a positive image of the Health Center. Takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Participates occasionally in after-hours and/or holiday coverage based on department or divisional needs. In addition, the position is designated as providing essential services and may be required to report to work or remain on duty even when the College is closed.

Summary of Responsibilities

Clinical

Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including checking schedules and organizing patient flow, greeting and accompanying patients to exam rooms, collecting patient histories, and performing intake assessments per Health Center guidelines.

Performs and maintains skill level consistent with Health Center guidelines for the administration of medications and/or injections done under the supervision of an N.P./P.A. or M.D., which include but are not limited to the following:

• Administer immunizations and TB tests per the Health Center's protocol
• Perform phlebotomy

Performs and maintains skill level consistent with Health Center guidelines for the following procedures done under the supervision of an R.N., N.P./P.A., or M.D., which include but are not limited to the following:

• Basic wound care per Health Center protocol
• Suture removal
• Ear irrigation
• Assist provider with minor procedures, including routine orthopedic care, applications of casts, splints, and ace wraps, cast removal and crutch instruction
• Blood glucose monitoring
• Set-up and initiation of nebulizer treatments
• Apply oxygen delivery system at correct flow rates
• Routine and postural vital signs
• Peak flow measurements and pulse oximetry
• Spirometry per Health Services protocol
• Vision screening
• EKGs

Administrative

Performs administrative duties, which include but are not limited to:

• Appointment scheduling and coverage of the front desk, including phones, and verification of insurance and patient demographics utilizing the electronic medical system
• Assist with referrals, preauthorization, and completing various forms/requisitions as needed to expedite patient care
• Participate in a medical tracking system, which includes maintaining accurate data entry along with appropriate documentation and informing providers of pertinent information per Health Center guidelines
• Maintain adequate levels of supplies in all exam rooms; order medical and office supplies as needed; perform duties specific to the daily knowledge of equipment and supplies pertinent to clinical operations

Performs and maintains skill level consistent with Health Center guidelines for the following procedures, which include, but are not limited to the following:

• Appropriate and complete documentation for all patient care activities, including telephone encounters, while maintaining patient confidentiality
• Maintain proper handling and storage of hazardous materials (biohazards, corrosives, sharps)
• Specimen collection and decentralized laboratory testing per Health Center protocol, including documentation
• Maintain and monitor proper temperature control for vaccine storage

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Medical Assistant Program
• CPR and CMA certification
• Less than a year of related experience
• Working knowledge of basic hospital/clinic practices, techniques, equipment, and terminology
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
• Basic knowledge of insurance plans
• Computer experience
• Lift, carry, push, and pull 35 lbs., and the ability to lift and transfer patients with assistance in an emergency
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks
• An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test

Preferred

• Two years of experience as a CMA

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.