Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in Wellesley is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of direct Medical Assistant experience or medical field work, possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate's preferred), and be confident in clinical abilities. Responsibilities include supporting patients, performing vital procedures, and assisting providers in a collaborative environment. The position requires on-site work Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of direct Medical Assistant experience or work in the medical field is required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course or diploma program is preferred, along with national MA certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates pre-visit preparations and addresses special needs of patients.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms and takes vital signs.
• Performs various patient care procedures within MA scope of practice.
• Obtain blood specimens following established procedures.
• Assists providers with office procedures.

Skills

Clinical abilities

Patient communication

Vital signs measurement

Injections and EKGs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Medical Assisting

Job description

Our Medical Assistants play an integral part in the operations of our community-based physician practices. As true partners to our providers, our Medical Assistants get the opportunity to work autonomously to the top of their education/certification while also functioning as part of the care team. The ideal candidate profile is an experienced, adaptable Medical Assistant who is confident in their clinical abilities and genuinely enjoys variety. We ideally aim to have our clinical support staff members working 1:1 with an assigned provider.

We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support the practice on-site Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates pre-visit preparations including addressing the special needs of patients (i.e., comfort measures, communication, and other appropriate issues), ensuring relevant labs and tests are scheduled and completed prior to office visit, organization of paper chart, etc.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms and takes vital signs.
• Performs a variety of patient care procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) scope of practice, including but not limited to injections and EKGs.
• Obtains blood specimens in accordance with established procedures, while maintaining a professional, patient-sensitive atmosphere.
• Provides assistance to providers with office procedures.
• Prepares requisitions and submits specimens to the laboratory.
• Sends electronic prescriptions for patients that have been instructed by providers.
• Communicates with patients regarding laboratory, imaging results and prescription instructions per practice protocol.
• Cleans and restocks exam rooms.
• Maintains the strictest confidentiality of any and all patient records including but not limited to treatment, diagnosis, history, medication, and financial status.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Medical Assisting preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Experience

Direct MA experience or medical field work 1-2 years required.

Just finished your externship and eager to launch your career as a Medical Assistant? This is the role for you!

This role is perfect for candidates looking to gain experience in healthcare. We offer on-the-job training to help you develop the skills needed to excel as a Medical Assistant.

Preferred

• Medical Assistant Course or diploma program or a minimum of 1 year professional experience
• National MA Certification via AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.