Medical Assistant

153 The Shriners Hospital for Children; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s in the United States is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support clinic operations, including patient rooming, vitals collection, and minor procedures, with flexibility to assist administratively as needed.

The role emphasizes strong communication, clinical competence, and the ability to work both independently and with the care team in a pediatric ambulatory setting. BLS is required within 30–90 days of hire, and EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30–90 days of hire.
• Preferred: 1 year Pediatric/Ambulatory Care EMR experience.
• Spanish proficiency is preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, HIPAA, infection control, and patient safety protocols is preferred.
• CMA, RMA, CCMA certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients from waiting room to exam rooms, confirming date of birth and proper attire for visit.
• Walk patients to radiology or POPs rooms and assist with rooming.
• Obtain patient vitals and document medical history.
• Monitor Epic DAR and communicate with front desk, radiology, POPs, etc.
• Direct physicians and APPs to patient rooms based on Epic DAR status.
• Prepare exam rooms daily; stock and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Support cast room setup, cleaning, and supply management.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Clinical competence

Team collaboration

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.

Job Description The Medical Assistant (MA) will support and facilitate clinic operations by performing clinical, clerical, and technical duties, including patient rooming, documentation during visits, assisting with minor procedures, managing supplies, supporting Telehealth services when applicable, and flexing to administrative support when needed. This role requires strong communication skills, clinical competence, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to ensure an optimal care experience for patients and families.

Part Time Position.

Key Responsibilities

• Escort patients from waiting room(s) to exam room(s), confirming date of birth and ensuring patients are in the proper attire required for their visit
• At relevant sites, MAs will walk patients to radiology or POPs rooms/waiting areas, in addition to rooming for clinic
• Obtain patient vitals (height, weight, temperature, pulse, BP, etc.), draw blood, and conduct basic medical history (including chief complaint, medication history, social history, and family history)
• Monitor Epic DAR and communicate with all relevant teams (front desk, radiology, POPs, etc.) to ensure timely rooming and patient handoffs
• Direct physicians and APPs to patient rooms based on Epic DAR status
• Prepare exam rooms daily; stock and maintain supplies and equipment
• At relevant sites, support cast room setup, cleaning, and supply management

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 30-90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year Pediatric/Ambulatory Care EMR Systems
• Spanish proficiency is preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, HIPAA, infection control, and patient safety protocols is preferred
• CMA, RMA, CCMA

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children's, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.

Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!