Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin Support

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 80,975,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations and patient care. The role includes vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and assistance during routine procedures, with emphasis on accurate documentation in the EMR.

Responsibilities cover patient flow, scheduling, basic testing, and ensuring a clean, stocked care area. A MA/CNA/LNA certification or relevant clinical rotation experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• MA/CNA/LNA certification or diploma required or 5 months of direct patient care experience.
• Basic familiarity with computers and web-based applications.
• Ability to navigate EMR systems and assist with patient care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs medical assisting duties including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and assisting during procedures.
• Conducts point-of-care testing and provides patient instructions for tests.
• Monitors and maintains medical equipment, ensuring sterility and proper stock levels.
• Reviews medication lists in the EMR for clinician review and queues prescription renewals in EMR.
• Documents tasks in the EMR for accurate billing and care coordination.
• Prepares schedules, charts and other documents for clinical activities; assists in patient flow and waiting room management.

Skills

MA/Nurse aide certs

EMT

CNA/LNA

Patient care experience

Education

MA/CNA/LNA certificate or diploma

Clinical rotation in nursing/medical setting

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations and patient care. The role includes vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and assistance during routine procedures, with emphasis on accurate documentation in the EMR.

Responsibilities cover patient flow, scheduling, basic testing, and ensuring a clean, stocked care area. A MA/CNA/LNA certification or relevant clinical rotation experience is preferred.