What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Medical Assistant, Plastic Surgery - Northampton position at Cooley Dickinson Medical Group (CDP)?
About Us
With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts. With a broad network of providers and facilities serving the Pioneer Valley, our services span a spectrum of medical and surgical needs, diagnostic care, rehabilitation, social work, behavioral health, and other critical needs of the community.
The Cooley Dickinson culture is built on living the values of our organization. Every employee is valued, no matter what professional function. Come work where you can make a difference every day, with opportunities for growth and development, in a great place to call home!
Our practice is located at 40 Main Street # 202 Florence, Mass. 01062. Cooley Dickinson Medical Group Plastic Surgery (formerly Northampton Plastic Surgery) is committed to restoring and enhancing form and function in the least invasive way possible. Our experienced surgeons partner with each patient to advance their health by developing a personalized plan, one that carefully considers health, well-being and lifestyle.
We are pleased to provide a comprehensive range of cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, including:
- Cosmetic surgeries
- Cosmetic Injectables
- Breast surgeries
- Other reconstructive surgeries
- Post-bariatric surgery
- Pediatric plastic surgeries
- Male cosmetic surgery
Are you ready to bring your talent to this practice and join us in moving health care forward?
Role Overview
We are seeking a Per-Diem, 16-hour Medical Assistant II to support the practice onsite picking up 1-2 shifts a week. We are open from 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday, and shifts days will vary. As true partners to our providers, our Medical Assistants get the opportunity to work autonomously to the top of their education/certification while also functioning as part of the collaborative team.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring efficient patient flow through the office
- Preparing patient charts
- Assisting during office visits (rooming, examinations, procedures, and treatments as directed)
- Performing clinically appropriate tasks related patient panel management (phone calls, test results, prescription refill, coordination of care, etc.)
- Maintaining neat, clean, and safe patient care areas
- Interacting with patients and their families in a professional, friendly manner consistent with their needs.
Qualifications
When hiring, we look for candidates who possess not only the relevant skills and competencies, but also positive attitudes, emotional intelligence, and genuine passion for this work.
- Required:
- High School diploma/GED
- Either BLS or Annual Manikin training including CPR and AED after 6 months of hire
- Strongly Preferred:
- Medical Assistant Course or diploma program or a minimum of 1 year professional experience
- National MA Certification via AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT
- Plastic surgery/ambulatory care experience preferred
Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.