Medical Assistant Extern: Clinical Training & Patient Care

Tufts Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medical Center, Inc. is offering an entry-level clinical training position designed to build foundational skills in patient care and medical support.

The program provides supervised clinical exposure, room preparation, vital signs, and specimen collection while aligning with school requirements. Selected candidates will gain hands-on experience in patient interactions, documentation, and coordination with providers in a teaching environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Active enrollment in an affiliated program required.
• Bi-Lingual preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Controls patient flow to optimize use of exam rooms and communicates delays.
• Prepares medical records and verifies patient identifiers and chief complaint.
• Provides high-level customer service in all patient interactions.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment for patients and families.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms and assists with provider visits as needed.
• Records vital signs and up-to-date patient information.
• Performs specimen collection and prepares supplies for the visit.
• Supports billing by ensuring CPT codes and documentation are present.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Active enrollment in affiliated school

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Tufts Medical Center, Inc. is offering an entry-level clinical training position designed to build foundational skills in patient care and medical support.

The program provides supervised clinical exposure, room preparation, vital signs, and specimen collection while aligning with school requirements. Selected candidates will gain hands-on experience in patient interactions, documentation, and coordination with providers in a teaching environment.