Medical Assistant l South Huntington
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports healthcare teams by assisting with clinical and non-clinical patient services under the direction of healthcare providers. The role includes direct patient interaction to promote comfort and address concerns, and collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care. The position is onsite at 301 South Huntington Street, with 40 scheduled hours per week and a rotating shift. The employee may be asked to cross-cover other Primary Care practices, in person or virtually, as staffing needs dictate; flexibility is preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to comply with local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.
- Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure and collect blood samples and other specimens.
- Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.
- Ability to use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Ability to manage one’s own time and the time of others.
Nice To Haves
- Direct Medical Assistant experience or medical-field work: 0–1 year preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; various issuers accepted.
- Certified Medical Assistant national certification; various issuers accepted.
- Massachusetts Emergency Medical Technician – Basic credential.
- Flexibility to cross-cover other Primary Care practices as staffing needs dictate.
Responsibilities
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
- Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare equipment for healthcare providers.
- Record patients’ medical histories, vital statistics, and information such as test results in medical records.
- Perform general office duties, including answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms.
- Act as a liaison with other departments and advocate for patients using a positive customer-service approach.
- Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log them, and prepare them for testing.
- Prepare treatment rooms for examinations, keeping rooms neat and clean and supplies stocked.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Cross-cover other Primary Care practices as staffing needs dictate, in person or virtually.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay.
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
- Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
