Medical Assistant, Allergy

Jobtailor; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Medical Assistant in Massachusetts to support exam rooms, record vitals, and assist providers with procedures. You will handle phlebotomy with competency, manage immunizations, and perform front-desk duties to maintain smooth patient flow.

The role requires 1–2 years of direct MA experience, an active CMA or BLS certification is a plus, and a patient-centered, detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
• 1–2 years direct Medical Assistant experience or medical field work experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient-centered approach.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy clinical environment with accuracy.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, privacy, and EHR systems.
• Ability to take vital signs, blood pressure, and collect specimens.
• Availability for a 32-hour schedule: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients, prepare exam rooms, and ensure providers have equipment and information.
• Interview patients, obtain medical information, and document vitals in the medical record.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and provider instructions.
• Assist with specimens, logging, and testing preparation; perform phlebotomy when competent.
• Support immunization inventory and administer immunizations when certified.
• Perform front desk and administrative duties: phones, scheduling, patient flow, forms.
• Contribute to quality and safety initiatives, including privacy and hand hygiene.
• Partner with providers, nurses, and care team to support high-quality care.

Skills

Vital Sign Measurement

Phlebotomy

Specimen Collection

Electronic Health Record Systems

Clinical Procedures

Education

Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Certified Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

• Welcome and room patients, prepare exam rooms, and ensure providers have the equipment and information needed for each visit
• Interview patients, obtain and document medical information, and measure vital signs, weight, and height in the medical record
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and provider instructions
• Assist with specimens, logging, and preparation for testing; perform phlebotomy when competency has been demonstrated
• Support immunization inventory, monitor expiration dates, and administer immunizations when applicable and appropriately certified or experienced
• Perform front desk and administrative duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, supporting patient flow, helping with forms, and serving as a liaison with other departments
• Contribute to quality and safety initiatives, including proper patient identification, hand hygiene, privacy, and confidentiality practices
• Partner with providers, nurses, and other care team members to support high-quality patient care and smooth clinic operations

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting preferred
• Direct Medical Assistant experience or medical field work experience of 1–2 years required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant certification preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient-centered and service-oriented approach
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy clinical environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, privacy requirements, and electronic health record systems
• Ability to take vital signs, obtain manual blood pressure, and collect blood samples and other specimens as appropriate
• Availability for the stated 32-hour schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including vital sign measurement, specimen collection, and immunization administration, while ensuring compliance with privacy and safety standards. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and managing clinical tasks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Direct Medical Assistant Experience
• Certified Medical Assistant Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Ability to Take Vital Signs

Hard Skills

• Vital Sign Measurement
• Phlebotomy
• Specimen Collection
• Electronic Health Record Systems
• Clinical Procedures

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Patient-Centered Approach
• Service-Oriented Approach

Certifications & Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

• Medical Assisting
• Patient Care
• Clinical Environment
• Quality and Safety Initiatives
• Privacy Requirements