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Our client, a specialized medical practice located in the Helderberg area, is currently seeking an experienced Medical Secretary / Assistant to join their dedicated team.

Requirements:

• Previous work experience within a practice
• Reliable and high work ethic
• Able to work under pressure
• Nursing skills beneficial
• Willing to work as part of a team

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Provide patient education based on the diagnosis and treatment plan
• Ordering lenses and medical suppliers
• Perform comprehensive eye examination and vision test according to patient needs and history
• Assist with in-room procedures
• Following the necessary protocol and ensuring equipment is sterile and cleanliness of the practice is adhered to
• Arranging operating lists

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Our client, a specialized medical practice located in the Helderberg area, is currently seeking an experienced Medical Secretary / Assistant to join their dedicated team. Requirements: Previous work experience within a practice Reliable and high work ethic Able to work under pressure Nursing skills beneficial Willing to work as part of a team Duties will include but not limited to: Provide patient education based on the diagnosis and treatment plan Ordering lenses and medical suppliers Perform comprehensive eye examination and vision test according to patient needs and history Assist with in-room procedures Following the necessary protocol and ensuring equipment is sterile and cleanliness of the practice is adhered to Arranging operating lists #J-18808-Ljbffr

Posted Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing patient care services, determining medical conditions, and preparing patients for examination and treatment under the direction of the Provider.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for examination, records vital signs and history, and provides treatment as applicable
• Prepares exam/treatment rooms; select, setup, sterilize, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for procedures
• Prepare and administer injections, change dressings, and facilitate wound management under providers orders
• Collect blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens through routine in-house testing procedures, and analyze and prepare for testing, log results, and perform lab call-backs
• Document basic patient care and procedures, utilizing appropriate forms and electronic medical records
• Schedule patients for tests, initial, and follow-up appointments if applicable in care setting
• Instructs patients and family regarding treatment and medication instructions
• Collaborate, take direction, and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional team actions to ensure seamless patient care
• Perform opening/closing clinic duties and patient call backs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent is required.
  
• Certificate/License: Current Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following programs is preferred (RMA, AAMA, NCCT, CMAC, AMCA). Current BLS certification is required.
  
• Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience is preferred
  
  

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Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

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Working Title Medical Office Assistant

Location Hickory Campus/ Student Health Service

Position Number N32400

Department Health Services -

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

High School Graduate with certification or license for the position.

License/Certification Required

MOA , MA, LPN , RN

Essential Job Functions

The Appalachian State University Student Health Service Hickory Campus exists to provide for the health care needs of the students. Duties can change based on organizational needs.The MOA is responsible for assisting the patients through the process from check in to follow up appointments and for assisting the provider at the Student Health Services. The MOA is to work with professional and support staff to ensure a safe and disease free/controlled workplace. To provide safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective care for the patient. Organize and maintain the Student Health Services facility in a clean and sanitary condition.

Preferred Qualifications

High School Graduate/ College Graduate with certification or license for the position.

Work Schedule/Hours

Hours and times may vary depending on the position. May include some evenings and weekends.

07:30 am-4:30pm

Number of Hours Per Week 24 hours or less

Number of Months Per Year 11

Mandatory Staff Yes

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Hiring Range Compensation will be based on the position and qualifications

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 07/21/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Medical Office Assistant

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Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

Request to Recruit

Working Title: Medical Office Assistant

Location: Hickory Campus/ Student Health Service

Position Number: N32400

Department: Health Services -

Position Summary Information Minimum Qualifications

High School Graduate with certification or license for the position.

License/Certification Required

MOA, MA, LPN, RN

Essential Job Functions

The Appalachian State University Student Health Service Hickory Campus exists to provide for the health care needs of the students. Duties can change based on organizational needs. The MOA is responsible for assisting the patients through the process from check in to follow up appointments and for assisting the provider at the Student Health Services. The MOA is to work with professional and support staff to ensure a safe and disease free/controlled workplace. To provide safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective care for the patient. Organize and maintain the Student Health Services facility in a clean and sanitary condition.

Preferred Qualifications

High School Graduate/ College Graduate with certification or license for the position.

Work Schedule/Hours

Hours and times may vary depending on the position. May include some evenings and weekends.
07:30 am-4:30pm

Number of Hours Per Week

24 hours or less

Number of Months Per Year

11

Mandatory Staff

Yes

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Hiring Range

Compensation will be based on the position and qualifications. Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date: 07/21/2023

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Applicant Pool Preference: External (Post on the Web)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link:

Posting Number: P

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Is any Agency currently holding your Certification?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have medical office experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you willing to work on the weekend?
  • Yes
  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents:

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Medical Assistant, Renal, 40 Hours, Days page is loadedMedical Assistant, Renal, 40 Hours, Days Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Worcester, MA University Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account .

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Schedule Details:

Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours:

9a-530p

Shift:

1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours:

40

Cost Center:

10020 - 4105 Renal Clinic

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Medical Assistant I (MA I) provides clinical care and performs clerical duties to support office/clinic functions. Will receive workplace education and training to assist providers and the healthcare team in the care of patients.

I . Major Responsibilities:

1. Escorts patients to examination rooms, take and record vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Collects and documents patient health status, history, and documents and monitors patient progress following standard procedures .

2. Performs EKG’s, phlebotomy, Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards .

3. May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by office/clinic, within scope of practice.

4. Assists in performing routine physical examination or clinical procedures.

5. Reviews laboratory results and ensures abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate .

II. Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, a BLS/HS must be obtained within 3 months from date of hire. If certification is not obtained within 3 months of hire, the employee may be terminated or employee may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications .

3. Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.), must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire/transfer . If credentialing is not obtained within 1 year of hire/transfer, the employee will be terminated , or employee may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications. The Senior Vice President, Ambulatory Services may grant an extended grace period for employees with extenuating circumstances, as appropriate .

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required , an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Flexible hours needed

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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Medical Assistant, Renal, 40 Hours, Days page is loadedMedical Assistant, Renal, 40 Hours, Days Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Worcester, MA University Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday

Medical Assistant, Dermatology, 40 Hours page is loadedMedical Assistant, Dermatology, 40 Hours Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Worcester, MA Hahnemann Campus Worcester, MA University Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-ExemptSchedule Details: Monday through FridayScheduled Hours: 8:00am -4:30pmShift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)Hours: 40Cost Center: 10010 - 4094 DermatologyUnion: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Medical Assistant II (MA II) provides clinical care and performs clerical duties to support office/clinic functions. Will receive workplace education and training to assist providers and the healthcare team in the care of patients.I. Major Responsibilities: 1. Escorts patients to examination rooms, take and record vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Collects and documents patient health status, history, and documents and monitors patient progress following standard procedures. 2. Performs EKG’s, phlebotomy, Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards. 3. May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by office/clinic, within scope of practice. 4. Assists in performing routine physical examination or clinical procedures. 5. Reviews laboratory results and ensures abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate. II. Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1. High School Diploma or equivalent. 2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, a BLS/HS must be obtained within 3 months from date of hire. If certification is not obtained within 3 months of hire, the employee may be terminated or employee may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications. 3. Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.). Unless certification, licensure or registration is required , an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 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At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Medical Assistant II (MA II) provides clinical care and performs clerical duties to support office/clinic functions. Will receive workplace education and training to assist providers and the healthcare team in the care of patients.

I . Major Responsibilities:

1. Escorts patients to examination rooms, take and record vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Collects and documents patient health status, history, and documents and monitors patient progress following standard procedures .

2. Performs EKG’s, phlebotomy, Point of Care (POC) tests according to clinic/office standards .

3. May prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by office/clinic, within scope of practice.

4. Assists in performing routine physical examination or clinical procedures.

5. Reviews laboratory results and ensures abnormal results are immediately brought to the attention of the physicians and others, as appropriate .

II. Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association. If not available upon hire, a BLS/HS must be obtained within 3 months from date of hire.If certification is not obtained within 3 months of hire, the employee may be terminated or employee may apply for another position for which they meet the minimum qualifications.

3. Medical Assistant credential, approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (ARMA, NHA, etc.).

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required , an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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At UMass Memorial Health , everyone is a caregiver. No matter their responsibilities or title, every employee or “caregiver” fills an important role for our patients and their families every day.

Who is a caregiver? It’s not just the person who delivers the care. It’s all the people who make it work … and make it better. Caregivers give everything that helps patients heal, from expertise to extra attention. They give clean, comfortable rooms. Fast, accurate answers. And an easier, less stressful experience. They give warm, reassuring smiles, and helping hands.

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