Medical Assistant

Boston Medical Center; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Methuen, MA is seeking a Medical Assistant I to join the ambulatory care team. Under supervision, you will support providers, prep patients, and guide them through their visit.

This role requires strong clinical skills, solid communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced office. We offer a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of clinical experience.
• Education from approved medical assistant program.
• Three years of medical assistant experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Rooms patient and prepares for provider visit.
• Takes vital signs and documents in EMR.
• Records patient history and medications in EMR.
• Assists with in-office procedures and injections.
• Administers vaccines and manages specimens per policy.
• Monitors medication/vaccine storage and temperatures.
• Handles patient calls, triage, and scheduling.
• Obtains prior authorizations and referrals as needed.
• Performs in-office testing and EKGs as needed.
• Maintains supplies and supports care transitions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant program

Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, the Medical Assistant I will function as a member of the clinical team and complete assigned daily clinical operations to ensure smooth day-to-day operations in the physician practice. This includes medical/nursing support to provider staff in the ambulatory setting, prepping the patient and seeing them through the entirety of their visit. Position: Medical Assistant Department: Multispecialty Methuen Schedule: 40 Hours, Days

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

• Rooms patient and prepares the patient for the provider visit.
• Takes vital signs as necessary. Responsible for accurate blood pressure, temperature, pulse, pulse oximetry, weight, height, respiratory rates and entering accurately into EMR.
• Records patient history, chief complaint, pharmacy information, prescription list, into EMR for physical.
• Obtains required consents, completes required forms as needed for specific visit types.
• Performs in-office testing and EKGs as needed.
• Required to perform controls on specific in-office tests.
• Assists provider with in-office medical procedures.
• Properly labels all specimens, adhering to BMC policy.
• Chaperones Providers as required.
• Administers vaccines and medications as ordered by provider, adhering to BMCHS practice policies.
• Responsible to follow TCM (Transitional Care Management), CCM (Chronic Care Management) and RPM (Remote Patient Monitoring) workflows if active in the practice.
• Stocks rooms and monitors expiration dates of exam room supplies.
• Monitors and logs medication/vaccine refrigerator temperatures.
• Assists with incoming calls as needed by answering, triaging, and routing telephone calls appropriately as needed.
• Follows scheduling rules and direct schedules patient visits in other BMC practices.
• Reviews schedules (clinical pre-visit review) to ensure the provider has what the patient visit is for. Example: results, consult notes, hospital notes etc. If not available, contacts facility or other practice to obtain them.
• Schedules patient appointments and appropriate testing as ordered by provider upon check out from appointments or any other time as requested.
• Performs outreach to select patient groups as directed for patient care and quality and then schedules specialty appointments and testing as required.
• Responsible for informing manager of clinical supply needs or assisting with ordering.
• Responsible for obtaining prior authorizations and/or insurance referrals as per practice need.
• Works assigned tasks per electronic medical record task list.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of previous clinical experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Education from approved medical assistant program.
• Three years of medical assistant experience

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Required: N/A

Preferred: Certified Medical Assistant Certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Strong customer service skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Must be able to work independently with little supervision.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $17.79- $25.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.