Medical Assistant - MA Graduate ($1K Signing Bonus + Paid Certification in 90 Days)

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

• 403B
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance through Massachusetts PFML
• Employee discounts, cell phone, eyewear etc.
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities to earn CEU's
• Voluntary Benefits including but not limited to, Disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Disability Insurances

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in the maintenance of patient flow; including weight/height, vital signs, medication review, chief complaint and patient preparation as needed.
• Assist physicians with exams as required.
• Fill in as back up Health Unit Coordinator during their absence.
• Update clinical care guidelines into HER system.
• Triage incoming telephone calls.
• Schedule and cancel appointments in EMR system.
• Submit application for PT-1 form via www.mass.gov website.
• Assists with completion of paperwork.
• Maintains adequate stocking of exam rooms on a weekly basis.
• Completion of daily DRVS reports.
• Disposes of biohazard waste in exam rooms daily.
• Knowledge of the use of autoclave for sterilization of equipment and supplies.
• Must work an evening shift (6:30/7:00) once per week and/or coverage during vacation or callouts.
• Travel between three health centers located in Fall River, as needed.
• Use of linguistic capacity required as part of the position when appropriate.
• Completion of medication reconciliation, vaccine reconciliation, and depression screening on all patients.
• Other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Requirements

  • Accredited school certification for Medical Assistant.
  • RMA certified, OR able to pass the exam within 90 days of hire (SSTAR covers the fee).
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Ability to multitask, stay organized, and communicate clearly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to stay calm, focused, and compassionate with clients.
  • Ability to work well with other professionals and maintain proper boundaries.
  • Commitment to cultural competency and sensitivity to diversity.

  Preferred

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Portuguese).