Weekend Home-Based Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Home-Based Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to Primary Care and Nursing teams as they care for PACE participants in their homes. The role includes collecting and recording health data, performing phlebotomy, supporting medication administration—including pre-filled insulin—and completing simple dressing changes as directed. The Medical Assistant reports observations promptly, maintains accurate documentation, and follows safety, infection-control, medication-handling, and organizational protocols. The position participates in the PACE QAPI Program and may take on additional duties within the scope of practice as assigned by the MA Supervisor or Nurse Manager. The role does not include direct supervision of staff, though it may involve supporting new team members as directed. The position is based in Roxbury, Massachusetts, and requires travel to participant homes and community locations. It is a 16-hour-per-week weekend position. The role is authorized to access full health information but should access only information necessary for each treatment encounter or circumstance.
Requirements
- Certification in Medical Assisting or Clinical Assisting is required.
- At least one year of experience working with the geriatric population.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Basic knowledge of phlebotomy and vital-sign measurement.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of infection-control practices and home-safety standards.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and accurate documentation standards.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits.
- Ability to work effectively with multicultural staff, participants, and caregivers.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical support to nursing and primary care staff during home visits.
- Measure and document blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, blood glucose, and participant weight.
- Perform phlebotomy procedures during home visits as requested.
- Promptly report observations and assessments to nursing or primary care staff.
- Administer pre-filled insulin and other medications, including eye drops and topical ointments, and perform simple dressing changes as directed.
- Dispose of expired medications, including insulin and eye drops, according to protocol.
- Participate in the PACE QAPI Program, including evaluating Medical Assistant services and implementing quality-improvement interventions.
- Maintain accurate documentation of home-based services.
- Comply with PACE policies, procedures, competency requirements, infection-control practices, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.
- Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the MA Supervisor or Nurse Manager.
- Provide guidance or support to new team members during orientation or training when directed by the Nurse Manager.
- Ensure proper handling and documentation of medications and supplies during home visits.
- Promptly communicate participant-care, supply, or safety issues to the Nurse Manager.
- Support compliance with protocols and quality standards during home-based services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
