Medical Assistant I (SEIU) - FT - Cambridge IM

Atrius Health; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare leader is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant I to join their team in Cambridge. This role involves assisting clinicians with clinical procedures, ensuring an efficient flow of patients, and delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and experience in a clinical or customer service setting. With a commitment to patient-centered care, this position offers a $1000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants. Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and strives to improve lives through high-quality healthcare.

Benefits

Up to 8% company retirement contribution

Generous Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays

Generous health and welfare benefit package

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a clinical or customer service setting.
• Computer proficiency required for word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests.
• Ensure all pre-visit work is completed and lab results are available.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant I (SEIU) - FT - Cambridge IM (125394)

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists, and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost-effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision-making, understanding, and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

$1000 Sign-On Bonus for Medical Assistants with 1+ year of experience or who are graduates of a certified MA program!!

Under direct supervision, assists clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests in the exam room. Advises patients of preparation and testing required for exams. Ensures all pre-visit work required for the exam is completed and that lab and other test results are available in the electronic medical record (EMR). Delivers excellent customer service and strengthens the patient/clinician relationship through timely and informative interactions with patients. Improves clinical operations and efficiencies by providing an efficient flow of patients. Provides clinical and clerical support to the practice and clinicians related to patient care. May provide direct clinical support to one or more assigned clinicians.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Experience acquired through a minimum of one-year prior experience in a clinical or customer service setting as determined by the department (a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for experience). Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs. Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience required.

EXPERIENCE

Experience acquired through a minimum of one-year prior experience in a clinical or customer service setting as determined by the department (a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for experience). Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs. Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience required.

SKILLS

Able to communicate in a professional and appropriate manner. Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management, and organizational skills required. Ability to be a quick thinker and relate to all levels of staff and patients highly important. Ability to prioritize work throughout the day in a busy environment.

• Up to 8% company retirement contribution,
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays,
• Generous health and welfare benefit package.

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital / domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation, and gender identity and / or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.