Medical Assistant I: Patient Care & Front Desk Support

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

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant to support clinical teams at The General Hospital location in Boston. The role involves direct patient interaction, vital signs, specimen collection, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification desirable, and experience with electronic health records.

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy clinical setting.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Comply with privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.
• Ability to take vital signs and collect specimens as needed.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and medical office software.
• Ability to reason through problems and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to collect medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
• Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare required equipment.
• Document patient information and test results in medical records.
• Handle general office duties and coordinate with other departments to support patients.
• Collect blood, tissue, and other specimens and prepare for testing.
• Prepare treatment rooms, keep areas clean, and restock supplies.
• Sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Accuracy

Privacy compliance

Vital signs

Medical terminology

EHR proficiency

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant to support clinical teams at The General Hospital location in Boston. The role involves direct patient interaction, vital signs, specimen collection, and collaboration with physicians and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS certification desirable, and experience with electronic health records.