Medical Assistant II - FT - Peabody Pedi

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

Job summary

An innovative healthcare leader is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant II to enhance patient care in a dynamic clinical environment. The role involves performing advanced medical assistant duties, ensuring patient satisfaction, and streamlining clinical operations. As part of a collaborative team, you'll support clinicians while prioritizing patient needs in a busy healthcare setting. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and contribute to a vision of transforming healthcare delivery. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to high-quality, patient-centered care and enjoy generous benefits including retirement contributions and paid time off.

Benefits

Up to 8% company retirement contribution

Generous Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays

Generous health and welfare benefit package

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a clinical setting, with at least 1 year as a Medical Assistant.
• Proficiency in using EMR and office software.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced medical assistant duties under supervision.
• Provide clinical support to clinicians and improve patient flow.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Quick Thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Associate Degree in Medical Assisting

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Word Processing Programs

Spreadsheet Programs

Job description

Medical Assistant II - FT - Peabody Pedi - ( 124522 )

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

Under general supervision, performs expanded and advanced level medical assistant duties including but not limited to identifying and resolving concerns regarding patient satisfaction, patient flow, and compliance with procedures and guidelines. Typically provides direct clinical support to one or more clinicians. Demonstrating a high level of competence provides back-up coverage for support staff. Works to improve clinical efficiencies of the operation by determining urgency and priority of walk-ins, add-on patients and patient consults. Provides direct clinical and clerical support to clinicians.In some cases may support more than one department.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification required. Associate degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant certification program preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

EXPERIENCE

Experience typically acquired through three years in a clinical setting with at least one as a Medical Assistant (a bachelor’s or associate degree may be substituted for one year of 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.

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.

Benefits Include:

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

Organization

Organization

Pediatrics

Primary Location

Primary Location

Peabody MA

Schedule Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 7:30am - 6:00PM. Wed Off.