MEDICAL ASSISTANT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Brattleboro, VT Physician Support

Description

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Job Code: 610

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department Name: Various Departments

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital (BMH), in partnership with the Community College of Vermont (CCV), is launching its scholarship program to train YOU to become a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).

*** APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 1, 2026 ***

As a medical assistant, you will provide foundational support to clinicians at BMH. Responsibilities include greeting and rooming of patients, collecting and documenting patient medical histories, and working with and supporting the healthcare team to assure a smooth and efficient patient flow. All BMH medical assistants receive support and ongoing education to maintain the skills required to provide high-quality patient care for the community we serve.

Applicants who are accepted into this scholarship program will attend classes at CCV's Brattleboro campus. Applicants will work 16 hours a week gaining on-the-job experience by shadowing and working beside trained medical assistants in a BMH Medical Group practice. Accepted applicants will receive full college tuition paid by BMH. Participants will also earn ($18.60 per hour) for the on-the-job training hours worked at the hospital.

Clinics are typically open Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm and closed on weekends and holidays.

BENEFITS

• Wages starting at $18.60 per hour with increase upon receipt of certification
• A robust benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and more!
• Working with a friendly and supportive TEAM of people
• Lots of growth opportunities!

COMMITMENT

Upon successful completion of the classroom requirements (3 months), you will be awarded a full-time medical assistant position at BMH with full benefits. In addition, your training will continue until such time as you are able to study for and pass your exam to become a certified medical assistant. Upon earning CMA status, wages will increase to $21.09/hr.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant (MA) functions under the direct supervision and authority of the physician/NP/PA/CMN and reports to the practice manager. The MA must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care, communicate effectively with others, maintain an inventory of examination/procedure room supplies, work with the healthcare team to assure smooth and efficient patient flow, and organize the office environment to assure patient safety.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The BMH Physician Group practices provide medical services in various specialties and offices including pediatrics, ob/gyn, cardiology, orthopedics, internal medicine, family practice, ENT, urology and general surgery. The practices are staffed by physicians and other licensed providers who are supported by clinical staff (LPNs or medical assistants) and clerical staff. Hours vary by practice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

A desire to work in the healthcare field and provide the highest level of care for our community.

OSHA CATEGORY

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Standing - Up to 1/3

Walking - Up to 1/3

Sitting - 2/3 or more

Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more

Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3

Pushing/Pulling - None

Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None

Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3

Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more

Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2

Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3

Up to 100 pounds - None

More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.

Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None

Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3

Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3

Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3

Outdoor weather conditions - None

Extreme cold (non-weather) - None

Extreme heat (non-weather) - None

Risk of electrical shock - None

Work with explosives - None

Risk of radiation - None

Vibration - None

The typical noise level for the environment is:

Very Quiet

Quiet

Moderate Noise

Loud Noise

Hearing

Ability to hear calls

Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA STATEMENT

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regards to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

Your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is on an at-will basis, meaning either you or the Company can terminate the employment relationship, at any time, for any or no reason, and with or without cause or notice. As an at-will employee, your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is not guaranteed for any length of time.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that not all of the duties are described above, and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management. I further understand that employment is at-will, and that either I or my employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time.