Medical Assistant I - Per Diem - Beverly Family Med

Atrius Health • Beverly, MA

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About The Position

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health's 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Experience typically acquired through a minimum of one-year prior experience in a clinical or customer service setting.
• Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant certification program preferred.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assists clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests in the exam room.
• Advises patients of preparation and testing required for exams.
• Ensures all pre-visit work required for exam is completed and that lab and other test results are available in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Delivers excellent customer service and strengthens the patient/clinician relationship through timely and informative interactions with the patients.
• Improves clinical operations and efficiencies by providing efficient flow of patients.
• Provides clinical and clerical support to the practice and clinicians related to patient care.
• May provide direct clinical support to one or more assigned clinicians.

Benefits

• Up to 8% company retirement contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid professional development
• Generous health and welfare benefit package

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED