Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine

Mass General Brigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc. seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to support an internal medicine practice at 331 Highland Ave, Salem, MA. The role is onsite, 40 hours weekly, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

The ideal candidate has completed a formal Medical Assistant program and may hold CMA certification or have 1–2 years of MA experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for this busy clinic.

Qualifications

• Formal Medical Assistant program completed.
• At least 1–2 years MA experience preferred (varies by site).
• BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and document in EHR.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow.
• Explain procedures and instructions to patients.
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen handling as trained.
• Assist with immunizations and inventory checks.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Medical Assisting

National MA Certification (AAMA/AMT/NHA/NCCT)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryOur practice is located at the convenient location of 331 Highland Ave in Salem, MA. As an Internal Medicine office, we provide outstanding primary care and preventative health care to adult patients.We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support our practice onsite. The schedule consists of five 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.We are looking for a Medical Assistant who has successfully completed a formal Medical Assistant program. This individual will work one-on-one with a provider and alongside a team of eight other Medical Assistants in a busy Internal Medicine practice.The ideal candidate will be a Certified Medical Assistant or have at least three years of Medical Assistant experience. Strong communication skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and a team-oriented approach are essential for success in this role.Summary:The role supports healthcare teams by assisting with both clinical and non-clinical patient services under the direction of healthcare providers. Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting patient information, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow. This role involves direct interaction with patients to ensure their comfort and address concerns, as well as collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care.Does this position require Patient Care? YesEssential Functions-Assists junior Medical Assistants with day-to-day questions and responsibilities and helps facilitate their learning by participating in onboarding training.-Show patients to examination rooms, prepare necessary equipment for healthcare providers, and interview patients to obtain medical information, measure their vital signs, weight, and height, and record information in the patient's medical record.-Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions to patients, ordering and organizing educational materials to reinforce patient education.-Perform general office duties, such as answering phones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms, while acting as a liaison with other departments and advocating for patients with a positive customer service approach.-Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log them, and prepare them for testing; perform phlebotomy if competence is demonstrated.-Maintains inventory of immunizations and check expiration dates.-Provides immunizations (as applicable) which requires certification or 3 years of experience administering a vaccine and supervision of a provider.-Responsible for improving appropriate departmental quality initiatives, such as two patient identifiers and hand hygiene.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredAssociate's Degree Medical Assisting preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsBasic Life Support [BLS Certification] - preferredCertified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - preferredExperienceDirect MA experience or medical field work 1-2 years requiredAdditional Job Details (if applicable) Strongly Preferred:Medical Assistant Course or diploma program or a minimum of 1 year professional experienceNational MA Certification via AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCTEpic experienceAmbulatory/Outpatient experiencePrimary Care experienceRemote TypeOnsiteWork Location331 Highland AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$22.75 - $24.94/HourlyGrade3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:3300 Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.