Medical Assistant, Gastroenterology- Northampton

MedStar Health; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking full-time Medical Assistants in Northampton, MA. This role involves supporting clinical staff, managing patient interactions, and ensuring high-quality care in a collaborative environment. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and relevant certifications to excel in this dynamic position, which emphasizes both independence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of direct Medical Assistant experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred.
• National MA Certification via AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow through the office.
• Assist during office visits and perform clinically appropriate tasks.
• Maintain clean and safe patient care areas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Medical Assisting

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

We are seeking full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistants to support the practice onsite, Monday through- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, with flexibility to start earlier at 7:30am if needed! 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.
Responsibilities include:
*Ensuring efficient patient flow through the office
*Assisting during office visits (rooming, examinations, procedures, and treatments as directed)
*Performing clinically appropriate tasks related 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 or Associate's Degree Medical Assisting preferred

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

Experience
Direct MA experience or medical field work 1-2 years required

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.

StronglyPreferred:

• Medical Assistant Course or diploma program or a minimum of 1 year professional experience
• National MA Certification via AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT

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.