Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/CCMA/RMA)

Description At Ammonoosuc Community Health Services (ACHS), we’re more than just a healthcare provider—we’re dedicated professionals committed to improving the lives of our patients and strengthening our communities. We have been delivering compassionate, affordable care to Northern New Hampshire since 1975. When you join ACHS, you’re stepping into a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your impact is profound. If you're passionate about community health and want to be part of a team where healthcare careers truly thrive, we want to hear from you!

This position assists in examination and treatment of patients under direction of Physician or Mid-Level Provider at our Littleton Primary Care Office on a full-time basis.

Requirements

Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/CCMA/RMA) Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height, and records information in patient's EMR. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment. Hands instruments and materials to provider as directed. Operates electrocardiograph (EKG) and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests. Performs venipunctures, routine lab tests, injections and ear lavage, etc. Depending on site placement, may be responsible for scheduling appointments, keeping x-ray and other medical records, performing secretarial tasks and completing insurance forms. May have to perform tele-triage in the collection of information to be relayed to providers, demonstrating knowledge of computer triage template and its use. Demonstrates appropriate judgment in management of patient questions and/or complaints. Must have insurance knowledge re: referrals and pre-authorizations. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Attends and participates in staff/team meetings. Perform any additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program. 1 – 2 years direct experience. CERTIFICATES & LICENSES REQUIREMENTS A license or certification from an accredited Medical Assistant. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. WORK ENVIRONMENT This position operates in a professional clinical environment. This role will constantly interact with other people and routinely need to handle several responsibilities at once. This role uses constantly uses standard clinical tools and supplies (i.e. stethoscope, blood pressure meters, hemoglobin machines, autoclave, syringes, vaccines, glucometers, ear scopes). This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, fax machines.