Senior Medical Assistant

Lawrence General Hospital; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Andover is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant to support day-to-day clinical operations. The ideal candidate will assist with patient instructions, maintain schedules, and uphold high-quality care standards. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and a minimum of two years' experience as a Medical Assistant. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in a specialized practice and advanced medical degrees. The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $20.00 to $28.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' work experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Demonstrated MA competencies or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day clinical operations.
• Maintain appointment schedules and provide patient instructions.
• Support delivery of high-quality clinical care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certificate or equivalent

Job description

At Merrimack Health, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range is $20.00— $28.00 hourly (Max), excluding fringe benefits and potential bonuses.

Your final base salary will be determined based on your education, experience, licensure, and internal equity considerations. Offers are typically made below the top of the range to support future salary growth.

The Senior Medical Assistant responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day clinical operations to support the delivery of safe, high quality clinical care, treatment, services and workflows. The Senior Medical Assistant in the office setting is a specialty requiring a variety of skills, including but not limited to: Receptionist, registration duties, data collection for billing procedures, charge posting, maintains appointment schedules, and provides appropriate patient instructions per physician orders. This position will be assigned to cover any MA assignment and can be cross trained throughout Primary Care and Specialty Practices.

Education and Related Experience (Required)

• High School diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated MA competencies or equivalent MA experience gained through any of the following: MA Certificate, Associates degree in Medical Assisting, CNA (or LNA), EMT, PCT certificate, Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
• Medical Assistant with a minimum of relevant 2 years’ work experience.
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well as a member of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant with relevant 5 years’ work experience.
• Previous experience in an ambulatory or specialty practice setting.
• Advanced medical degree (RN, PA, NP, or MD).
• Computer skills.
• Bi-Lingual speaking, Spanish and English.

About Merrimack Health

Merrimack Health is the region’s first health care system serving the Merrimack Valley, prioritizing care and services based on the needs of its patients. Serving communities across Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, Merrimack Health includes hospitals in Lawrence, Haverhill, and Methuen, as well as a network of community-based physician practices. A recognized leader in heart care and stroke treatment, maternal and child health, orthopedics, surgical care, trauma and emergency services, behavioral health, and outpatient programs, Merrimack Health delivers trusted, compassionate care close to home.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.