Medical Assistant
Facility: FMC (Federal Medical Center) Devens
Duration: Base 1 year + Option 4 years
Schedule: 6:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday Through Friday 40hurs work a week
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $28.72 (base salary $23.63 + H&W $5.09)
Job Description:
The contractor shall perform Medical Assistant duties, including but not limited to:
Taking patient medical histories and preparing medical data for provider visits.
Preparing pertinent forms for physicians and/or Advanced Practice Providers.
Maintaining office and patient care-related supplies.
Performing and recording patient vital signs in the electronic medical record.
Filing/scanning medical records and providing patient education.
Assisting with initial patient triage and chronic care clinics.
Preparing exam rooms and assisting in minor surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Assisting providers during examinations by handing instruments and performing basic procedures.
Answering phones and managing patient requests.
Educating patients on basic health conditions and treatment plans.
Scheduling patient appointments.
Required Educational and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Completion of a Medical Assistant training program from an accredited institution
Preferred.
1 year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
Certification preferred: CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA.
CPR/BLS certification required