Medical Assistant

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$22 - $25•Onsite

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 taking vital signs, documenting patient information, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow. It involves direct patient interaction to promote comfort and address concerns, as well as collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care. This position is per diem and onsite at The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc., at 1153 Centre Street. The scheduled weekly hours are 0, and the work shift is day shift. The pay range is $22.00–$24.94 per hour.

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 evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Ability to manage one's own time and the time of others.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; various issuers accepted.
Certified Medical Assistant credential; various issuers accepted.
0–1 year of direct Medical Assistant experience or work in the medical field.

Responsibilities

Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Show patients to examination rooms and prepare equipment for healthcare providers.
Record 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 specimens and prepare them for testing.
Prepare treatment rooms for examinations, keep rooms neat and clean, and restock supplies.
Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.