Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Assessment, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Document Management, Electrocardiogram, Electronic Medical Records, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Department, Health Plan, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Infection Control, Injections, Inventory Management, Medical Assistance, Medical Equipment, Medications, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Education, Quality Monitoring, Regulations, Team Player, Training Program, Urgent Care, Vaccination
Summary
The Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinical staff in delivering high-quality patient care while providing excellent customer service to patients and the practice.
Employees are expected to model the organization's core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, while demonstrating teamwork, collaboration, and a strong patient focus.
Locations:
- Providence
- Johnston
- Middletown
- Barrington
- Warwick
- PLUS a new location coming soon!
Responsibilities
- Assist with direct patient care and clinical support tasks
- Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and verify medications
- Prepare charts, complete data entry, and manage documentation
- Perform routine procedures including EKGs, rapid strep tests, urine dips, spirometry, and nebulizer treatments
- Administer vaccines, injections, and medications
- Educate patients on medical instructions and care plans
- Coordinate referrals, pre-authorizations, and follow-up care
- Monitor quality reports and help close gaps in patient care
- Maintain medical supply inventory and vaccine storage compliance
- Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and Department of Health regulations
- Provide excellent customer service and patient care
- Attend trainings and perform additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Completion of a Medical Assistant training program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required - American Heart Association
- Experience using EMR and scheduling software preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and patient care skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Healthcare setting with direct patient contact
- Frequent standing, walking, and use of medical equipment
- Ability to lift supplies or assist patients up to 50 pounds
- Adherence to safety and infection control procedures
Pay Range:
$18.13-$29.90
EEO Statement:
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
66 Branch Ave - 66 Branch Avenue Providence, Rhode Island 02904
Work Type:
3 12 hour and every other weekend
Work Shift:
Variable
Daily Hours:
12 hours
Driving Required:
No