Clinical Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and non-clinical patient services. The role includes taking vital signs, recording histories, scheduling, and coordinating patient flow.

You will assist physicians, nurse practitioners, and staff while maintaining accurate documentation and efficient care delivery. Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, MA credential preferred, and 1–2 years of MA experience.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for success in this position.
• Ability to take vital signs and document information accurately in medical records.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and medical office software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare necessary equipment.
• Record patients' medical history and vital signs in medical records.
• Perform general office duties such as answering phones and processing forms.
• Collect tissue or other specimens, log them, and prepare for testing.
• Prepare treatment rooms, maintain cleanliness, and stock supplies.
• Sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

PHI/privacy knowledge

EHR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assisting credential

Tools

EHR systems

Medical office software

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and non-clinical patient services. The role includes taking vital signs, recording histories, scheduling, and coordinating patient flow.

You will assist physicians, nurse practitioners, and staff while maintaining accurate documentation and efficient care delivery. Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, MA credential preferred, and 1–2 years of MA experience.