The Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) Obstetrics, Gynecology & Midwifery Services team is seeking a highly motivated and outgoing Certified Medical Assistant to join the team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology and excellent communication and organizational skills. The team is seeking an individual who can build rapport with patients, is a self-motivated team player, can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and is flexible. If you are friendly, adaptable, and can work effectively under the supervision of providers, you will excel in this role, performing both clinical and administrative duties to contribute to the safe and quality care of patients. This position will involve a mix of administrative and clinical responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Flow Management: Greet and admit patients efficiently, record health history intakes, obtain vital signs and screenings, review medications/allergies, and maintain timely patient flow while communicating any delays

Clinical Procedures & Assistance: Assist providers with in-office procedures, ultrasounds, and surgical coordination; perform delegated tasks including injections and Point of Care testing; maintain and clean patient equipment following established protocols

Communication & Scheduling: Answer and triage phone calls, schedule appointments, process prescription refill requests, relay provider instructions to patients, and manage electronic workload by completing tasks in the EHR system

Compliance & Safety: Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA standards, collect and handle specimens properly, stock and disinfect patient care areas, work within the scope of delegation, and prioritize patient safety

Required Qualifications

• High School Graduate with an active CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification and current BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Minimum one year of experience in a hospital or medical office setting with demonstrated computer proficiency and medical terminology knowledge.
• Strong communication skills, ability to handle multiple priorities under stress, and physical capability to lift patients and handle medical equipment.

About NVRH

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute care, critical access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly(tm) by the World Health Organization. The organization offers primary and preventive care, as well as surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services. Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions, creating well-nourished, well-housed, physically healthy, mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves the health needs of over 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties in Vermont, employing more than 700 dedicated staff.

Why Join Our Team?

Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional services to your community at NVRH! We offer competitive compensation featuring enticing benefits such as student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, a complimentary gym membership, affordable health, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with company matching, and additional perks. Discover a fulfilling career with us where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive rewards and support.

Apply Today

If you are a qualified and experienced Certified Medical Assistant seeking a rewarding healthcare career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.