Medical Assistant

Shriners Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support clinic operations in Boston. The MA will room patients, collect vitals, document during visits, assist with minor procedures, and help with supplies and telehealth support as needed.

Preferred candidates hold CMA/RMA/CCMA credentials and have 1 year of pediatric/ambulatory care experience. BLS is required within 30–90 days, with Spanish proficiency considered a plus.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required or obtained within 30-90 days of hire.
• Preferred: 1 year pediatric/ambulatory care experience.
• Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• Familiarity with Epic EMR patient records and Microsoft Office tools preferred.
• CMA/RMA/CCMA credentials listed are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and verify date of birth.
• Obtain vitals and assist with basic histories and clerical data entry.
• Room patients, prepare exam spaces, and support minor procedures.
• Support Telehealth and coordinate with front desk and radiology as needed.
• Maintain supplies and ensure patient safety and privacy.

Skills

BLS certification

Spanish proficiency

Communication skills

Education

CMA

RMA

CCMA

Tools

Epic EMR (DAR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Shriners Children's## Medical AssistantApply: On-Site: Boston, MA: Part time: Posted Today: JR102780**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. Please click here to learn more about our locations. **CURRENT EMPLOYEES**: Please log into Workday Click Here to apply internally through the \"Jobs Hub\" **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, CCMACompensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.