Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support (FT/PT)

South Shore Health; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health in Norwell, MA, seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks, maintain patient flow, and ensure efficient practice operations. Responsibilities include rooming patients, vital signs, phlebotomy and vaccines as needed, plus front-desk support and coordination of referrals.

Minimum education includes a Medical Assistant program with BLS certification; CMA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; completion of Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• BLS certification required; CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to exam rooms in a professional manner.
• Assist with varied procedures under supervision of MD/NP/PA.
• Take vital signs and document accordingly.
• Handle administrative tasks: scheduling, referrals, paperwork.
• Maintain patient rooms and stock supplies; track inventory.
• Ensure infection control and sterilization of instruments.
• Communicate critical patient information to nurses/providers.
• Support weekend/holiday scheduling as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Meditech

Lotus Notes

i-heal

Job description

South Shore Health in Norwell, MA, seeks a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks, maintain patient flow, and ensure efficient practice operations. Responsibilities include rooming patients, vital signs, phlebotomy and vaccines as needed, plus front-desk support and coordination of referrals.

Minimum education includes a Medical Assistant program with BLS certification; CMA certification preferred.