Medical Assistant — Care Team in Value-Based Clinic

Optum; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinicians with routine procedures and tests in the exam room across our eastern Massachusetts locations. You will prepare patients, take vital signs, update the EMR, and help ensure smooth visit flow.

The role requires a Medical Assistant certification or equivalent, a high school diploma, and basic computer skills; BLS preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate and Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Computer experience including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Preferred: Graduate of a medical assistant certification program; BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• EMR experience and ability to navigate the EMR confidently.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient flow of patients to optimize appointment availability.
• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms; prepare patients for examination and record vital signs.
• Assist clinicians with routine procedures and tests; advise patients on pre-visit testing.
• Update EMR with current demographic data, meds, allergies and visit summaries.
• Reconcile medications and manage refills; address patient concerns as needed.

Skills

EMR experience

Word processing

Spreadsheet proficiency

Patient communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS certification (preferred)

Job description

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinicians with routine procedures and tests in the exam room across our eastern Massachusetts locations. You will prepare patients, take vital signs, update the EMR, and help ensure smooth visit flow.

The role requires a Medical Assistant certification or equivalent, a high school diploma, and basic computer skills; BLS preferred.