Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care in a fast-paced environment. You will work under supervision, perform clinical tasks, manage patient flow, update records in EMR, and assist providers with exams and vaccines.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care across geriatrics, adults, adolescents, and children, with an emphasis on safety, communication, and coordination of care within the clinic team.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalency and English literacy.
• Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or minimum of 3 years MA experience in ambulatory setting (last 5 years).
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• Ability to understand policies, procedures and protocols.
• Ability to use a PC and EMR/software applications.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients, providers and peers.
• Ability to work calmly in emergencies.
• Knowledge to care for patients across the life span and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing patient records and updating needed services.
• Takes vital signs, records in EMR, and prepares patients for examination.
• Manages patient flow and coordinates with providers and staff.
• Assists physicians with examinations and aseptic procedures.
• Administers vaccines and PPDs per protocol.
• Ensures lab results are entered and followed up in EMR.
• Schedules tests and follow-up visits, and handles authorizations.

Skills

Patient interaction

EMR proficiency

Care coordination

Communication

Education

Formal Medical Assistant training

Tools

EMR system

Appointment scheduling software

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Job description

Brown University Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care in a fast-paced environment. You will work under supervision, perform clinical tasks, manage patient flow, update records in EMR, and assist providers with exams and vaccines.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care across geriatrics, adults, adolescents, and children, with an emphasis on safety, communication, and coordination of care within the clinic team.