Medical Assistant – Waltham OBGYN

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Mount Auburn OBGYN in Waltham, MA, is hiring a Medical Assistant to support obstetric and gynecologic care. The role includes rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, injections, and assisting with procedures in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The candidate should have a High School diploma or GED, with MA or CNA credentials preferred. 0–1 year of experience and basic computer skills are expected. This is a full-time position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 years related work experience required.
• MA competencies within one year of hire.
• Basic familiarity with computers and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, identify their needs, and prepare them for visits.
• Review medical records and document chief complaints and vital signs.
• Perform phlebotomy and assist with specimen collection.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by the provider.
• Prepare equipment and assist during clinical procedures.
• Explain preparation instructions for tests and procedures.
• Process prescriptions and coordinate follow-up where applicable.
• Triage patient calls and coordinate referrals and pre-certifications.
• Cross-train and assist other team members as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Injections

Vital signs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Health Science

Medical Assistant Certificate

Certified Nursing Assistant

EMT Basic License

Phlebotomy Certificate

Job description

## Medical Assistant – Waltham OBGYNApplylocations: Mount Auburn Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR99967**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.****Job Description:**## Location**Mount Auburn OBGYN – Waltham, Massachusetts**## Schedule* Full-time* Monday through Friday## About the RoleJoin Mount Auburn OBGYN in Waltham as a Medical Assistant supporting patients throughout their obstetric and gynecologic care.This hands-on clinical role includes rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, performing phlebotomy, administering injections as directed, assisting with procedures, managing specimens, and coordinating follow-up care. You may also provide administrative support when staffing needs require it.## What You’ll Do* Welcome patients, identify their needs, and prepare them for visits* Review medical records and document chief complaints and vital signs* Perform phlebotomy and assist with specimen collection* Administer medications and injections as directed by the provider* Prepare equipment and assist during clinical procedures* Explain preparation instructions for tests and procedures* Complete lab requisitions accurately and track outstanding results* Triage patient calls and communicate messages to providers* Process prescriptions and communicate test results under provider direction* Schedule special procedures and coordinate referrals and pre-certifications* Review cancellations and no-shows with providers and reschedule patients as clinically indicated* Clean, sterilize, and maintain instruments and clinical equipment* Restock exam rooms and maintain supply inventories* Provide front-desk or secretarial support when needed* Cross-train and float to other practices as required## What Success Looks LikeYou will be successful in this role if you are:* Comfortable performing phlebotomy and administering injections* Organized and accurate when managing specimens and laboratory results* Able to balance clinical care, patient communication, and administrative tasks* Compassionate and professional with patients* Attentive to detail and committed to following through* Flexible and willing to cross-train or help other team members* Comfortable working in an active outpatient OBGYN practice* Committed to patient safety, confidentiality, and OSHA standards**Required Qualifications:*** High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Health Science preferred.* License Medical Assistant Certificate preferred., or Registration Certified Nursing Assistant preferred., or Certificate 1 EMT Basic License preferred., or Certificate 2 Phlebotomy Certificate preferred.* 0-1 years related work experience required.* Demonstrated Medical Assistant (MA) competencies within one year of hire.* Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Certified Medical Assistant**Pay Range:**$21.00 - $28.26The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.## As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.