Compassionate Medical Assistant & Practice Coordinator

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 3,893,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts is seeking a team-oriented medical assistant to support smooth practice operations and patient care in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include greeting patients, check-in, scheduling, phlebotomy, vital signs, and assisting clinicians during procedures.

The role involves documenting in the electronic medical record, coordinating referrals, ensuring supplies are stocked, and helping patients with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Basic familiarity with computers.
• MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or diploma; or at least 5 months of direct patient care experience in a clinical or research setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assisting duties including vital signs, height/weight, EKGs, phlebotomy, and assisting during routine procedures.
• Ensure patient care areas are clean, organized, stocked and ready for patient use.
• Escort patients to ancillary service areas such as radiology and lab as needed.
• Review medication lists in the EMR for final review by licensed practitioners; may retrieve schedule VI and OTC meds under supervision.
• Enter and document tasks in EMR for accurate billing and care coordination.
• Schedule related diagnostic and lab tests; verify patient insurance and pre-certifications.
• Prepare schedules, patient charts and other documents for clinical activities per center standards.
• Use the computer system to record appointment dispositions and communicate delays to patients and providers.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Web-based applications

Education

High School diploma or GED

MA/EMT/CNA/LNA certificate or comparable experience

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts is seeking a team-oriented medical assistant to support smooth practice operations and patient care in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include greeting patients, check-in, scheduling, phlebotomy, vital signs, and assisting clinicians during procedures.

The role involves documenting in the electronic medical record, coordinating referrals, ensuring supplies are stocked, and helping patients with disabilities.