Wound Care Assistant

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Hours: 24 flex 32hrs

Shift: Day shift, 7:45am - 4:30pm

Location:
St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA

Position reports to Manager, Wound Care Center or designee. Perform a variety of clinic duties related to providing assistance to nursing staff in carrying out wound care treatments and medical office tasks related to ongoing department functions.

• Equal to completion of four years of high school or equivalent is required.
• Must have successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or Nursing Assistant/Aide program.
• Current certification in one of the following:
  Nursing Assistant/Aide or Medical Assistant is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• National third‑party certification is required for medical assistants within 13 months of hire.
• A minimum of one (1) year work experience in healthcare setting or related medical office or clinic practice is preferred.
• Prior experience with an electronic medical record and/or health-related computer software is preferred.
• Customer service experience or training preferred.
• Fluency in a language other than English is preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and the COVID‑19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement by signing a statement certifying exemption.

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package**.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

** Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation:
Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.