Medical Assistant - Department of Surgery

Mass General Brigham•Newton, MA

12d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

The role supports healthcare teams by assisting with both clinical and non-clinical patient services under the direction of healthcare providers. Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting patient information, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow. This role involves direct interaction with patients to ensure their comfort and address concerns, as well as collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required
Graduate of a Medical Assistant training program within 12 months of service required
CPR training required

Nice To Haves

Current nursing student or Paramedic preferred
National Medical Assistant Certification preferred
Experience working as a Medical Assistant preferred
Additional procedure and knowledge of sterile field preferred
Epic experience preferred

Responsibilities

Taking vital signs
Documenting patient information
Scheduling appointments
Managing patient flow
Direct interaction with patients to ensure their comfort and address concerns
Collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care