Clinical Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Procedures

South Shore Health; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support daily practice operations and patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will room patients, take vital signs, perform phlebotomy as needed, administer vaccines, and assist with various tests and procedures as ordered by the clinician.

You will also handle front desk tasks, document responses, coordinate referrals, and maintain patient rooms and equipment per infection control standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; CMA certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients, maintain patient flow and rooming.
• Assist with varied clinical procedures under supervision of MD/NP/PA.
• Take vital signs and document accurately.
• Assist administrative team with scheduling, referrals, and front desk tasks.
• Coordinate room rotations and infection control practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff, report critical information promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Organization

Critical thinking

Education

Medical Assistant program

BLS certification

CMA (preferred)

Tools

Meditech

Lotus Notes

i-heal

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support daily practice operations and patient care in a fast-paced environment. You will room patients, take vital signs, perform phlebotomy as needed, administer vaccines, and assist with various tests and procedures as ordered by the clinician.

You will also handle front desk tasks, document responses, coordinate referrals, and maintain patient rooms and equipment per infection control standards.