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Baystate Health

Operates regional hospitals and health services

Medical Assistant - General Pediatrics

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeSpringfield, MA, USA$20.79 - $34.33 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Current CPR-Basic Life Support certification for a Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association is required.
  • For MA I, graduation from an accredited medical assistant program is preferred, or demonstrated MA I competencies evaluated by the hiring manager with at least one year of medical-office experience.
  • For MA II, graduation from an accredited medical assistant program or demonstrated MA II competencies evaluated by the hiring manager is required, with at least three years of current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting.
  • For MA III, graduation from an accredited medical assistant program with at least five years of current relevant medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting is preferred; alternatively, demonstrated MA III competencies with at least five years of current relevant medical assistant experience, or at least two years as an MA II at Baystate Health with demonstrated MA III competencies, is required.
  • For MA IV promotion, at least two years as an MA III at Baystate Health and demonstrated competencies for promotion are required; graduation from an accredited medical assistant program and third-party registration or certification are also required.
  • For MA IV, acceptable third-party credentials include registration through the American Registry of Medical Assistants, registration through the American Medical Technologists association, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification through the National Healthcare Association or American Association of Medical Assistants, or Nationally Certified Medical Assistant certification through the National Center for Competency Testing.
  • In some service lines, the role may require assisting with visits and procedures for abortion services or pregnancy loss, including collecting supplies, printing consents, organizing instruments and medications, and assisting during insertion of cervical dilators for surgical abortion procedures.
  • In some service lines, the role may require assisting providers with pelvic and breast exams for all patients.
  • In some service lines, the role may require assisting with cervical cytology screening and completing appropriate forms.
  • In some service lines, the role may require assisting with in-office procedures including miscarriage management, biopsies, colposcopy, and loop electrosurgical excision procedures of the cervix.
  • In some service lines, the role may require assisting transgender and non-binary patients seeking gender-affirming therapy or surgery.

Responsibilities

  • Room patients, gather vital signs, review histories, document medications, and complete required site-specific screening forms in the electronic health record.
  • Prepare treatment rooms, chaperone patients, and assist providers during examinations, testing, and in-office procedures.
  • Implement provider orders and standing protocols, process prescription refills, obtain prior authorizations, and accurately document data within established timeframes.
  • Perform provider-approved independent procedures, including electrocardiograms, vision and hearing screenings, and point-of-care testing.
  • Perform phlebotomy and administer immunizations in accordance with organizational policy.
  • Review discharge instructions with patients, provide educational resources, process referrals, and schedule follow-up appointments.

Desired Qualifications

  • For MA I, graduation from an accredited medical assistant program is preferred.

About the Company

Baystate Health

Operates regional hospitals and health services

Baystate Health is a large healthcare organization serving western Massachusetts with about 13,000 employees and five hospitals that together house around 980 beds. It provides a wide range of patient care and community health services and aims to improve the health of people in its communities every day with a focus on quality, safety, value, and experience. Its work spans patient care from the bedside to education and workplace health, reflecting a community-first mission where treating people with dignity and equity matters. The organization positions itself as a major regional provider and economic driver, emphasizing accessible care and local impact. What sets Baystate Health apart is its scale in western Massachusetts, its integrated approach to care and community health, and its role as a local employer and leader in health outcomes. The goal is to make healthcare accessible and to continually improve health and wellness for the communities it serves.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$3.9M
Headquarters
Springfield, IL
Founded
1873

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