Primary Medical Care Assistant

CareSource

. Manage patient flow through the clinic and maintain appointments on schedule .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeSpringfield • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $35,900 - $57,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care management, including obtaining vital signs, administering vaccines, and performing phlebotomy and EKGs. Familiar with electronic medical records and capable of coordinating care with healthcare providers and community resources.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Phlebotomy TechnicianElectronic Medical Record UtilizationPatient Care CoordinationMedical Assistant ExperienceBilingual (Spanish) Preferred

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementPhlebotomyEKG AdministrationPoint-of-Care TestingQuality Assurance ActivitiesMedical Equipment FamiliarityPatient DocumentationAppointment SchedulingWorkflow ManagementTelehealth Technologies

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to DetailCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical RecordOnline Training Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Phlebotomy TechnicianCertified Medical AssistantRegistered Medical Assistant

Industry Keywords

Joint Commission StandardsHealth PlanMedical GroupHealth-Related FacilityInsurance CoordinatorMedical Coder/BillerCCA Model of Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage patient flow through the clinic and maintain appointments on schedule
Obtain patient complaints, health histories, vital signs, screenings, measurements, and point-of-care testing results
Prepare patients and equipment for provider examinations and procedures
Assist providers during and after examinations, including chaperoning, procedures, specimen handling, and equipment cleanup
Administer vaccines and perform phlebotomy and EKGs
Document clinical information accurately in the electronic medical record
Maintain neat, stocked examination rooms and reorder supplies
Perform point-of-care testing and quality assurance activities in accordance with Joint Commission standards and federal regulations
Assist with patient discharge, checkout, and follow-up for missed appointments
Support providers and nurses with paperwork, phone calls, prior authorizations, specialty appointments, follow-ups, and record retrieval
Coordinate member care with primary care nurses, care team members, and community resources
Attend training and medical, staff, and health center meetings
Report equipment problems and testing errors to supervisors

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School or GED required
Completion of a qualified training program such as EMT, CNA, or LNA required
One (1) year of experience as a medical assistant in a medical setting or equivalent experience in a similar medical role required
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
English speaking required; bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Ability to obtain vital signs
Familiarity with and ability to utilize an Electronic Medical Record
Ability to use online training platforms
Ability to review welcome packets and obtain consent forms and attach them to EMR
Ability to learn and consistently perform multiple workflows, such as referrals to specialists
Willingness to learn and utilize telehealth technologies
Standard medical equipment familiarity
Influenza vaccination required during influenza season, with annual proof required for designated positions
Graduate of a medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health preferred
Experience working in a health plan, medical group, health-related facility, or medical/DME supplier preferred
Education, training, or experience as an insurance coordinator or medical coder/biller preferred
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred
Knowledge of the CCA Model of Care preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus tied to company and individual performance may be available
Comprehensive total rewards package
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals
Influenza vaccination provided/required as a condition of continued employment