Clinic/Practice Assistant II

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant to support clinical services. The role involves scheduling, check-in/out, and basic clerical tasks in a physician practice office. Strong office skills and CMAA are preferred.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 2–3 years of office experience, and proficiency with Office Suite and EMR systems. This onsite role is based at 770 Central Avenue.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CMAA certification preferred; data conversion knowledge a plus.
• Office experience 2–3 years in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine administrative and clerical duties in a clinical office.
• Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records.
• Greet and assist patients and handle billing documents.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and route inquiries.
• Process billing forms and scan records into patient files.
• Handle messages related to authorizations, prescriptions, and tests.
• Serve as Super User for scheduling, registration, and billing systems.

Skills

Office Suite proficiency

Phone system handling

Time management

Communication skills

Clerical/data entry

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CMAA Certification preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Physician Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Job Summary

Performs both administrative and clinical functions to support smooth and efficient clinical service or practice operations under general supervision. Performs basic clerical work and tasks that are repetitive and routine. Administrative duties related to patient visits, including scheduling, check-in, and check-out duties. Actual job duties may vary by Department.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office.
• Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records.
• Greet and assist patients.
• Answer telephones, assist callers with routine inquiries, and schedule appointments.
• File materials in patient folders and print appointment schedules.
• Process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical records/LMR.
• Call for patient medical records and laboratory test results.
• Open and distribute unit mail or faxes.
• Type forms, records, schedules, memos, etc., as directed.
• May be required to accept co-payments.
• Handles, screens, and/or takes messages related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.
• Acts as "Super User" for scheduling, registration, and billing systems.
• Provides assistance and training to others in these areas.
• May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e., surgical scheduling, schedule changes/blocking) at a more advanced competency level.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials Certified Medical Administrative Assistant [CMAA] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Experience Office experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Proficiency with all Office Suite, Knowledge of office operations and standards, and understanding of office procedures, including filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing. - Ability to use the phone system, manage more non-routine phone calls, and solve routine issues as appropriate. - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience and talking to others to convey information effectively. - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents, corresponding and communicating with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mails, memos, and letters), and taking complete and accurate messages. - Managing one's own time and the time of others. - Well-organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

770 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $24.94/Hourly

Grade

3

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership 'looks like' by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

EEO Statement

1812 Wentworth-Douglass Physician Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.