Medical Assistant - Oncology 36 hrs/wk

Mass General Brigham•Dover, NH

5d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. This Position will float between Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and other specialty Oncology areas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree; Medical Assisting preferred
BLS Certification
Certified Medical Assistant- National Certification
Direct MA experience or medical field work 1-2 years required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success in this position.
Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Comply with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.
Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure, as well as collect blood samples and other specimens.
Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Responsibilities

Assist junior Medical Assistants with day-to-day questions and responsibilities and support their development by participating in onboarding and training.
Escort patients to examination rooms, prepare equipment for healthcare providers, and interview patients to obtain medical histories and other relevant information.
Measure and document patients’ vital signs, height, and weight in the medical record.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and provider instructions to patients. Order and organize educational materials to reinforce patient education.
Perform general office duties, including answering phones, taking dictation, completing insurance forms, and coordinating with other departments.
Serve as a patient advocate and liaison while providing positive, patient-centered customer service.
Collect, label, log, and prepare blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens for testing. Perform phlebotomy when competency has been demonstrated.
Maintain immunization inventory and monitor vaccine expiration dates.
Administer immunizations, as applicable, with required certification or at least three years of vaccine administration experience and under provider supervision.
Support departmental quality initiatives, including proper use of two patient identifiers and adherence to hand hygiene standards.