Lead Practice Assistant

Massachusetts General Hospital; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Lead Practice Assistant to coordinate daily operations, support a high-performing team, and ensure exceptional patient service. The role emphasizes leadership, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication within the ambulatory care setting.

The position involves overseeing workflow, training staff, and acting as a Super User for scheduling and billing systems. Onsite at 52 Second Avenue, it offers a stable, full-time schedule and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree not required; 5–7 years office experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities are essential.
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to guide staff at multiple levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operation of an outpatient clinic or practice, prioritizing workflow and providing back up support for leadership.
• Acts as “Super User” for scheduling, registration and billing systems.
• Provides training and guidance in scheduling, registration and billing tasks.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Time management

GAAP

Prioritization & adaptability

Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Our growing ambulatory cancer center is seeking a Lead Practice Assistant to help coordinate daily operations and support a high-performing team of Senior Practice Assistants. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, a proactive approach to resolving challenges, and the ability to inspire and support colleagues through changing priorities. This role offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills while playing a key role in delivering exceptional service to patients and care teams.

Summary

• Oversees day to day operation of an outpatient clinic or practice. May assist by assigning and prioritizing workflow, troubleshooting issues, training and orientation, providing back up support for a Supervisor or Manager. Provides guidance and help to others to resolve complex issues and problems.

Essential Functions

• Performs assigning and prioritizing workflow, troubleshooting issues, training and orientation, providing back up support for leadership.
• Acts as "Super User" for scheduling, registration and billing systems.
• Provides assistance and training to others in these areas.
• May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e. surgical scheduling, schedule changes/blocking) at more advanced competency level.
• May function as a backup for clerical staff to perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office, and make patient appointments and maintain appointment records.
• May process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical record.
• Provides functional guidance to related team.
• Assists Supervisor with daily activities of practice staff.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Experience

5-7 years office experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of all Office Suite.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Strong and proven leadership skills.
• Ability to work with staff of all levels.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Ability to adapt to multiple and rapidly changing priorities and deadlines.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

52 Second Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$25.99 - $37.83/Hourly

Grade

6

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

• In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.