Certified Medical Assistant

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Certified Medical Assistant position. The Certified Medical Assistant is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $25 to $28 per hour.

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting medical providers with patient care, including administrative and environmental tasks. Fulfills patient care responsibilities as well as appointment scheduling and verification of insurance coverage and patient demographics. Facilitates patient flow and conveys a positive image of the Health Center. Takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Participates occasionally in after-hours and/or holiday coverage based on department or divisional needs. In addition, the position is designated as providing essential services and may be required to report to work or remain on duty even when the College is closed.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Clinical

Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including checking schedules and organizing patient flow, greeting and accompanying patients to exam rooms, collecting patient histories, and performing intake assessments per Health Center guidelines.

Performs and maintains skill level consistent with Health Center guidelines for the administration of medications and/or injections done under the supervision of an N.P./P.A. or M.D., which include but are not limited to the following:

• Administer immunizations and TB tests per the Health Center’s protocol

• Perform phlebotomy

Performs and maintains skill level consistent with Health Center guidelines for the following procedures done under the supervision of an R.N., N.P./P.A., or M.D., which include but are not limited to the following:

• Basic wound care per Health Center protocol

• Suture removal

• Ear irrigation

• Assist provider with minor procedures, including routine orthopedic care, applications of casts, splints, and ace wraps, cast removal and crutch instruction

• Blood glucose monitoring

• Set-up and initiation of nebulizer treatments

• Apply oxygen delivery system at correct flow rates

• Routine and postural vital signs

• Peak flow measurements and pulse oximetry

• Spirometry per Health Services protocol

• Vision screening

• EKGs

Administrative

Performs administrative duties, which include but are not limited to:

• Appointment scheduling and coverage of the front desk, including phones, and verification of insurance and patient demographics utilizing the electronic medical system

• Assist with referrals, preauthorization, and completing various forms/requisitions as needed to expedite patient care

• Participate in a medical tracking system, which includes maintaining accurate data entry along with appropriate documentation and informing providers of pertinent information per Health Center guidelines

• Maintain adequate levels of supplies in all exam rooms; order medical and office supplies as needed; perform duties specific to the daily knowledge of equipment and supplies pertinent to clinical operations