Medical Assistant, Rheumatology

Mass General Brigham; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mass General Brigham’s Rheumatology team in Newton, MA seeks an experienced Medical Assistant to support providers and patients in an outpatient setting. You will room patients, document vitals, prep exam rooms, and assist with rheumatology procedures while ensuring a smooth patient experience.

The role emphasizes patient education, accurate data entry, and collaboration with the care team in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
• National CMA credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and document vital signs in the medical record.
• Prepare exam rooms and equipment to support providers.
• Assist with joint injections and rheumatology workflows as needed.
• Support prescription refill workflows and patient communications in the EHR.
• Collect blood and other specimens and perform phlebotomy if certified.
• Explain treatments and provider instructions to patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Accuracy

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting preferred

National CMA credential preferred

Tools

Epic

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Medical Assistant who enjoys building strong provider partnerships, supporting patients through meaningful specialty care visits, and working in a collaborative outpatient environment? Join our Rheumatology team in Newton, where your clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient-centered approach will help ensure a smooth, supportive experience for patients managing complex rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions.

About the Practice

Our Rheumatology team includes five providers delivering comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and emergency consultative care for patients with rheumatic and autoimmune conditions. The practice provides advanced evaluation and treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and soft tissues, including arthritis and other complex autoimmune diseases.

Schedule and Location

This is a full-time, 40-hour position based at 2000 Washington Street in Newton, MA.
The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What You’ll Do

• Room patients, obtain and document vital signs, weight, height, and other relevant clinical information in the medical record.
• Prepare examination rooms and equipment for providers and help maintain efficient patient flow throughout the day.
• Partner with providers during patient visits, including assisting with joint injections and other rheumatology-related clinical workflows as appropriate.
• Support prescription refill workflows, patient phone calls, messages, and follow-up needs through the electronic health record system.
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log specimens, and prepare them for testing; perform phlebotomy if competency has been demonstrated.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and provider instructions to patients while reinforcing patient education materials.
• Administer immunizations when applicable and when certification or experience requirements are met under provider supervision.
• Maintain inventory of immunizations and supplies, including monitoring expiration dates.
• Perform occasional EKGs and other clinical tasks as needed by the practice.
• Support departmental quality initiatives, including two patient identifiers, hand hygiene, and other patient safety standards.
• Assist with general office support as needed, including phone coverage, forms, documentation, and coordination with other departments.
• Serve as a positive, professional liaison for patients, families, providers, and care team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
• Direct Medical Assistant experience or medical field experience of 1–2 years required.
• Basic Life Support certification preferred.
• National Certified Medical Assistant credential preferred.
• Experience using electronic health record systems, including Epic, strongly preferred.
• Ability to take vital signs, obtain manual blood pressure, and collect blood samples or other specimens.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, accuracy, and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy clinical environment while maintaining a high level of patient service.
• Commitment to complying with all privacy, confidentiality, and patient safety standards.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Benefits That Support You

At Mass General Brigham, our employees are our most important resource. We are committed to ensuring employees have access to a benefits package that is comprehensive, contemporary, and highly competitive. We offer a full range of benefits that meet the needs of you and your family, including programs to support your health, financial well-being, and life. Offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A robust retirement savings program
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• And other perks!

Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives!

Remote Type
Onsite Work Location 2000 Washington Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Pay Range $22.75 - $24.94/Hourly
Grade 3

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement: 4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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