Job Description:
Shift: First Shift
About Us
We're more than just quality treatment for substance use disorders. We're a total health community. At SSTAR, our mission is healing the community, one person at a time. We will provide a personal level of healthcare and addiction treatment that addresses the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of everyone we touch. SSTAR is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) which affords our employees eligibility to apply for one of our three Loan Repayment Programs.
The Medical Assistant: SSTAR is hiring a compassionate Medical Assistant for our fast-paced team. If you are a graduate of an accredited school but do not have your RMA yet, SSTAR will pay for your exam and give you 90 days to get certified!
HOURLY WAGE RANGE: $19-21
Signing Bonus: $1,000.00
Benefits
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403B
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Dental insurance
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Disability insurance through Massachusetts PFML
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Employee discounts, cell phone, eyewear etc.
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
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Flexible Spending Account
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Opportunities to earn CEU's
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Voluntary Benefits including but not limited to, Disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Disability Insurances
Duties & Responsibilities
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Assists in the maintenance of patient flow; including weight/height, vital signs, medication review, chief complaint and patient preparation as needed.
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Assist physicians with exams as required.
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Fill in as back up Health Unit Coordinator during their absence.
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Update clinical care guidelines into HER system.
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Triage incoming telephone calls.
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Schedule and cancel appointments in EMR system.
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Submit application for PT-1 form via www.mass.gov website.
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Assists with completion of paperwork.
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Maintains adequate stocking of exam rooms on a weekly basis.
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Completion of daily DRVS reports.
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Disposes of biohazard waste in exam rooms daily.
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Knowledge of the use of autoclave for sterilization of equipment and supplies.
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Must work an evening shift (6:30/7:00) once per week and/or coverage during vacation or callouts.
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Travel between three health centers located in Fall River, as needed.
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Use of linguistic capacity required as part of the position when appropriate.
- Completion of medication reconciliation, vaccine reconciliation, and depression screening on all patients.
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Other duties as required.
Experience and Skills:
Education & Experience
Requirements
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Accredited school certification for Medical Assistant.
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RMA certified, OR able to pass the exam within 90 days of hire (SSTAR covers the fee).
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Current CPR certification.
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Ability to multitask, stay organized, and communicate clearly in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to stay calm, focused, and compassionate with clients.
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Ability to work well with other professionals and maintain proper boundaries.
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Commitment to cultural competency and sensitivity to diversity.
Preferred
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Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese).
From: SSTAR
