Medical Assistant: Clinic Support & EMR Pro

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

Job summary

Atrius Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in exam rooms, prepare patients for exams, and ensure EMR accuracy. The role emphasizes patient communication, vital signs, and coordination of tests and results.

Responsibilities include managing patient flow, assisting with procedures, and maintaining documentation. A high school diploma or MA certification is required, with EMR experience preferred; a related associate degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate or Medical Assistant Certification
• Computer experience with word processing and spreadsheets
• EMR experience or aptitude to learn EMR

Responsibilities

• Provides efficient flow of patients to optimize appointment availability
• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms
• Measures vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, weight, height)
• Assists clinicians with routine procedures and tests
• Updates EMR with medical information and recent tests and visits
• Keeps patients informed of visit status and delays
• Reconciles medications and sets up pending refills
• Addresses patient concerns and questions
• Orders and performs point-of-care testing (strep, urine, hCG, glucose)

Education

Associate degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant program

Job description

Atrius Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in exam rooms, prepare patients for exams, and ensure EMR accuracy. The role emphasizes patient communication, vital signs, and coordination of tests and results.

Responsibilities include managing patient flow, assisting with procedures, and maintaining documentation. A high school diploma or MA certification is required, with EMR experience preferred; a related associate degree is a plus.