Medical Assistant I - Hands-On Patient Care (Onsite)

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Differentials and bonuses

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant to support healthcare teams with clinical and non-clinical patient services under provider supervision. The role focuses on patient comfort, accurate documentation, and efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, recording medical history, and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff to ensure smooth care delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS Certification and CMA credentials preferred.
• 0–1 year direct MA or medical field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare equipment for healthcare providers.
• Record patients' medical history and vital statistics in medical records.
• Answer phones, take dictation, and complete insurance forms; liaise with departments and advocate for patients.
• Collect blood and other specimens, log specimens, and prepare them for testing.
• Prepare treatment rooms, keep spaces clean, and stock supplies.
• Sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Privacy compliance

EHR proficiency

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant to support healthcare teams with clinical and non-clinical patient services under provider supervision. The role focuses on patient comfort, accurate documentation, and efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, recording medical history, and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff to ensure smooth care delivery in a fast-paced environment.