Home-Based Medical Assistant — Geriatric Home Care & Phlebotomy

Uphams Corner Health Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Uphams Corner Health Center in Roxbury, MA seeks a Home-Based Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support during home visits, including phlebotomy, vital signs, insulin administration, and dressing changes. The role requires MA certification, at least 1 year geriatric experience, valid driver’s license, and bilingual skills preferred.

40 hours/week; pay $18.00–$30.65 per hour; base may vary with language or certifications.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of infection control practices and home safety standards.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support to nursing and primary care staff during home visits.
• Record vital signs and blood glucose for participants at home.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures during home visits.
• Administer pre-filled insulin or medications and dress wounds as directed.
• Document observations and report promptly to nursing staff and primary care staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Fluent English

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Infection control

EMR familiarity

Education

Medical Assisting/Clinical Assisting certification

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Uphams Corner Health Center in Roxbury, MA seeks a Home-Based Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support during home visits, including phlebotomy, vital signs, insulin administration, and dressing changes. The role requires MA certification, at least 1 year geriatric experience, valid driver’s license, and bilingual skills preferred.

40 hours/week; pay $18.00–$30.65 per hour; base may vary with language or certifications.