Clinical Practice Assistant - Cambridge OB/GYN

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance is seeking a Clinical Practice Assistant for its OB/GYN clinic in Cambridge. The role involves clerical and clinical duties, supporting efficient patient care and effective operation of the clinic. Candidates should hold a medical assistant certification and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited medical assistant program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Previous experience in OB/GYN or similar clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow through the clinic, ensuring efficient processes.
• Greet patients and manage appointments in the EPIC system.
• Document patient information and perform point-of-care testing.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of Portuguese

Proficient in EPIC

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program

Job description

Location:CHA Cambridge Hospital

Work Days:Varied 3 - 8 hour shifts, no weekend no holidays

Category:Medical Assistant

Department:CHA Obstetrics & Gynecology Center Cambridge

Job Type: PT20Plus HPW

Work Shift: Day

Hours/Week: 24.00

Union Name: CH Laborers 380

About Cambridge Health Alliance OB/GYN

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is an innovative leader in community health, dedicated to providing equitable care to all populations across Boston’s metro-north region. At CHA Cambridge OB/GYN, we are proud of our inclusive, supportive, and culturally responsive environment, which allows our to meet the diverse obstetric and gynecological needs of individuals of all ages. As a member of CHA’s OB/GYN practice, you will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of skilled providers committed to excellent patient care.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, diligent, and compassionate Clinical Practice Assistant to provide both clerical and clinical support in our Cambridge OB/GYN clinic, as well as other sites as needed. This position plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the clinic, facilitating effective and safe patient care through a variety of clerical and clinical duties.

Key Responsibilities

Clerical Duties

• Greet and welcome patients with professionalism and courtesy.

• Answer phones promptly and courteously, taking accurate and detailed messages for the OB/GYN department.

• Schedule patient appointments in the EPIC electronic medical record system, adhering to scheduling guidelines.

• Confirm, reschedule, and manage patient appointments as needed.

• Verify patient eligibility using the real-time eligibility system.

• Complete patient registrations according to established policies for clean claim submission.

• Collect, process, and reconcile copays for deposit.

• Ensure efficient checkout process for patients, adhering to established workflows.

• Scan documents into appropriate patient medical records.

• Coordinate specialty appointments and manage urgent referrals for processing.

Clinical Duties

• Manage the flow of patients through the clinic, ensuring efficient chart preparation and provider huddles to optimize patient visits.

• Room patients, assist providers with patient prep, and assist during procedures.

• Accurately document patient information in the electronic health record.

• Take routine vital signs and perform point-of-care testing (labs) according to established protocols.

• Outreach and follow-up with patients who miss appointments or require lab results.

• Maintain clean and organized exam rooms, ensuring appropriate stocking of supplies.

• Prepare instruments and lab specimens for transport.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program is required.

• Experience: Previous experience in OB/GYN or similar clinical settings is preferred.

• Certifications: Current AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) for Providers certification.

•Skills: Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English. Knowledge of Portuguese is preferred. Proficient in using electronic health records (EPIC preferred). Ability to handle urgent situations efficiently and maintain a calm and compassionate demeanor.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.