Medical Assistant I: Ambulatory Care & Patient Flow

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care. The MA greets patients, rooms them, collects vitals, and prepares for visits, documenting accurately in the EMR under provider supervision.

You will assist with EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, scheduling, referrals as needed, contributing to efficient clinic operations and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of hire or per dept. requirement.

Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for visits; take and document vital signs and intake information.
• Support clinical procedures (e.g., EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing).
• Maintain clean, stocked, and ready exam rooms throughout the day.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the EMR per clinical guidelines.
• May assist with scheduling, check-in, phone coverage, referrals, and patient instructions.

Skills

EMR systems

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care. The MA greets patients, rooms them, collects vitals, and prepares for visits, documenting accurately in the EMR under provider supervision.

You will assist with EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, scheduling, referrals as needed, contributing to efficient clinic operations and patient-centered care.