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At Greater Seacoast Community Health, our mission is to deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services and support that are accessible to all in our community, regardless of ability to pay.

As a Medical Assistant, you will be a member of the interdisciplinary care team at Greater Seacoast Community Health where you will work in an integrated health setting to deliver healthcare to vulnerable populations in Southeastern New Hampshire and Southern Maine. Our providers love teaching, so you will learn more in-depth procedures and can be trained in specialties such as Pediatric Care, Prenatal Care, Behavioral Healthcare, and Medication Assisted Treatment Care. We have a track record of helping Medical Assistants advance in their careers where several of our MAs have gone on to become nurses! You will also be eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $2,500.

We are currently seeking an MA to work 40 hours per week at our Somersworth location (Goodwin Community Health, located on Rte. 108).

Come to work every day knowing your efforts make other people’s lives better. You’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, multidisciplinary team – including medical, dental and behavioral health care providers, social workers, family workers and others – working together to meet the needs of the whole person. Your days will be busy, varied and interesting. And you’ll have opportunities for career growth: Many employees take on new challenges and increasingly responsible positions during their years with us.

Job Duties:

• Provides patient services such as chaperoning, collecting specimens and taking vital signs.
• Facilities timely movement of patients from waiting area into exam room to see the provider as well as the timely completion of visit.
• Prepares exam rooms for patient visits.
• Maintains supplies and equipment for patient services.
• Supports the patient in improving access to health resources and social services.
• Collaborates with all members of the care team to coordinate and manage care for the patient.
• Performs limited health screening procedures under the direction of the provider, including lab procedures.
• Participates in preparing patient charts. As directed by the provider, assists with the patient intake and discharge procedures.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
• M.A. Certification and/or two-year Associate's Degree preferred.
• Experience: Two years’ experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Other: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• Ability to work harmoniously with coworkers and patients
• Experience working with diverse and vulnerable populations
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Compassionate and nonjudgmental attitude

Work Locations:

Goodwin Community Health, Somersworth, NH

Hours Per Week: 8:00am-5:00pm

Days: Monday through Friday

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance with an agency subsidy. One of our health plans has a no-premium option for employee-only coverage. We also offer a 401(k) plan with an employer match and employer-paid group term life insurance and short-term disability coverage. Voluntary benefits include long-term disability coverage, two Flexible Spending Accounts, and access to discounted auto and home insurance and pre-paid legal assistance. We offer earned time (vacation and sick leave) plus six paid holidays. Eligibility starts at 24 hours/week, with full benefits offered at 32 hours/week and above.

About Us

Greater Seacoast Community Health is a network of non-profit community health centers providing primary care, pediatrics, dental care, prenatal care, behavioral health counseling, substance use disorder treatment, mobile health services, WIC, social work services, a pharmacy, parenting classes, playgroups and home visiting. Services are open to everyone and aim to be respectful, recovery-friendly, LGBTQ-affirming and trauma-informed. We are recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home and emphasize a team-based approach to care. Learn more at GetCommunityHealth.org.

Greater Seacoast Community Health is an Equal Opportunity provider of health care and other services and is an equal-opportunity employer.At Greater Seacoast Community Health, our mission is to deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services and support that are accessible to all in our community, regardless of ability to pay.

As a Medical Assistant, you will be a member of the interdisciplinary care team at Greater Seacoast Community Health where you will work in a team oriented environment. Our providers love teaching, so you will learn more in-depth procedures and can be trained in specialties such as prenatal, pediatric and medication-assisted recovery. We have a track record of helping Medical Assistants advance in their careers where several of our MAs have gone on to become nurses! This position is also eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $2,500!!!

Job Duties:

• Provides patient services such as chaperoning, collecting specimens and taking vital signs.
• Facilities timely movement of patients from waiting area into exam room to see the provider as well as the timely completion of visit.
• Prepares exam rooms for patient visits.
• Maintains supplies and equipment for patient services.
• Supports the patient in improving access to health resources and social services.
• Collaborates with all members of the care team to coordinate and manage care for the patient.
• Performs limited health screening procedures under the direction of the provider, including lab procedures.
• Participates in preparing patient charts. As directed by the provider, assists with the patient intake and discharge procedures.

Qualifications:

• M.A. Certification or Advanced EMT Licensure (or at least have taken M.A. course) preferred
• Two-year associate degree preferred.
• Experience: Two years’ experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Other: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Experience with electronic health records a plus.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance with an agency subsidy. One of our health plans has a no-premium option for employee-only coverage. We also offer a 401(k) plan with an employer match and employer-paid group term life insurance and short-term disability coverage. Voluntary benefits include long-term disability coverage, two Flexible Spending Accounts, and access to discounted auto and home insurance and pre-paid legal assistance. We offer earned time (vacation and sick leave) plus six paid holidays. Eligibility starts at 24 hours/week, with full benefits offered at 32 hours/week and above.

Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,000.

About Us

Greater Seacoast Community Health is a network of non-profit community health centers providing primary care, pediatrics, dental care, prenatal care, behavioral health counseling, substance use disorder treatment, mobile health services, WIC, social work services, a pharmacy, parenting classes, playgroups and home visiting. Services are open to everyone and aim to be respectful, recovery-friendly, LGBTQ-affirming and trauma-informed. We are recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home and emphasize a team-based approach to care. Learn more at GetCommunityHealth.org.

Greater Seacoast Community Health is an Equal Opportunity provider of health care and other services and is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• RMA (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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