Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Procedures

Brown University Health; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering high-quality patient care and exceptional service. The role spans clinical tasks, patient intake, basic procedures, and chart management to uphold patient safety and privacy.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or MA program completion (nine months) or three years of MA experience, BLS certification, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program of at least nine months or 3 years MA experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to use a computer, EMR, and related software.
• Professional interaction with patients, providers, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care tasks and data entry.
• Perform routine procedures (EKG, rapid strep, urine dips, spirometry, nebulizers).
• Administer injections and vaccines.
• Educate patients within established parameters.
• Schedule and track referrals and pre-authorizations.
• Maintain stock and monitor vaccine refrigeration per DOH rules.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Attend meetings and support clinic workflows.

Skills

BLS certification

English communication

EMR software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; MA training program 9 months OR 3 years MA experience

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering high-quality patient care and exceptional service. The role spans clinical tasks, patient intake, basic procedures, and chart management to uphold patient safety and privacy.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or MA program completion (nine months) or three years of MA experience, BLS certification, and strong English communication.