Medical Assistant & Patient Care Specialist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support smooth practice operations and patient care. You will perform clinical tasks, assist during procedures, and help with administrative duties such as greeting patients and scheduling, while ensuring accurate documentation in the EMR.

The role involves basic phlebotomy, EKGs, and patient transport under supervision, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and efficient patient flow within the clinic.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Basic familiarity with computers.
• Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
• MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or diploma; or at least 5 months of direct patient care experience in a clinical or research setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs medical assisting duties including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and assisting during routine procedures.
• Keeps patient care areas clean, organized, stocked and ready for patient use.
• Escorts patients to ancillary service areas and performs point of care testing.
• Maintains and calibrates medical equipment and supplies; ensures expiration dates are respected.
• Documents tasks in the EMR (OMR) for accurate billing and final provider review.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Web-based application navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or diploma

Tools

OMR system

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support smooth practice operations and patient care. You will perform clinical tasks, assist during procedures, and help with administrative duties such as greeting patients and scheduling, while ensuring accurate documentation in the EMR.

The role involves basic phlebotomy, EKGs, and patient transport under supervision, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and efficient patient flow within the clinic.