Medical Assistant, Family Medicine- Northampton

Cooley Dickinson Medical Group; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical group is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support onsite operations. The role includes assisting healthcare providers, managing patient interactions, and ensuring efficient office flow. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and preferred certifications such as BLS and CMA. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Certification preferred.
• Direct MA experience or medical field work 0-1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow through the office.
• Assist during office visits including examinations and procedures.
• Maintain clean and safe patient care areas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Medical office software

Job description

We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support the practice onsite, Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. As true partners to our nurses and providers, our Medical Assistants get the opportunity to work autonomously to the top of their education/certification while also functioning as part of the collaborative team. The vision is for our Medical Assistants to work 1 to 1 with their assigned provider while having the ability to rotate occasionally.
Responsibilities include:
Ensuring efficient patient flow through the office
Assisting during office visits (rooming, examinations, point of care testing, immunizations, procedures, and treatments as directed)
Performing clinically appropriate tasks related to patient panel management (phone calls, test results, prescription refill, coordination of care, etc.)
Maintaining neat, clean, and safe patient care areas
Interacting with patients and their families in a professional, friendly manner consistent with their needs.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred

Experience
Direct MA experience or medical field work 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success in this position.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Comply with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.
- Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure, as well as collect blood samples and other specimens.
- Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.