Medical Assistant, Pulmonary - Northampton

Cooley Dickinson Medical Group; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Per Diem Medical Assistant II to support their practice. This role offers the chance to work closely with healthcare providers while ensuring efficient patient flow and assisting with various medical tasks. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and attention to detail, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Join a collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and provides opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow through the office.
• Assist during office visits and perform clinically appropriate tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems

Medical Office Software

Job description

We are seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant II to support the practice onsite Monday through Friday picking up a minimum of 2, 8-hour shifts a month to cover call out, vacancies, and vacations. As true partners to our nurses and providers, our Medical Assistants get the opportunity to work autonomously to the top of their education/certification while also functioning as part of the collaborative team. The vision is for our Medical Assistants to work 1 to 1 with their assigned provider while having the ability to rotate occasionally.
Responsibilities include:
-Ensuring efficient patient flow through the office
-Assisting during office visits (rooming, examinations, point of care testing, immunizations, procedures, and treatments as directed)
-Performing clinically appropriate tasks related to patient panel management (phone calls, test results, prescription refill, coordination of care, etc.)
-Maintaining neat, clean, and safe patient care areas
-Interacting with patients and their families in a professional, friendly manner consistent with their needs

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

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

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred

Experience
Direct MA experience or medical field work 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success in this position.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Comply with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.
- Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure, as well as collect blood samples and other specimens.
- Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. 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.