Orthopedic Medical Assistant — Fast-Paced, Patient-Focused Care

Partner's Healthcare; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust retirement savings program

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance and professional 개발

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant for an orthopedic team at locations in Haverhill, MA and North Andover, MA. This hands-on clinical role balances direct patient care with essential administrative duties in a busy setting.

You will welcome patients, collect vital signs, assist providers, perform phlebotomy when competent, and help with immunizations. Prior orthopedics and EHR proficiency are required to ensure efficient care delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
• One to two years of direct Medical Assistant experience or related medical field experience required.
• Prior hands-on experience with orthopedic casting is required.
• Basic Life Support certification preferred.
• National Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain vital signs, take manual blood pressure readings, and collect blood samples and other specimens.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and protocols.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and medical office software.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, escort them to examination rooms, prepare equipment, and support efficient patient flow.
• Interview patients, collect and document medical information, and obtain vital signs, height, weight, and manual blood pressure readings.
• Assist providers with clinical care and reinforce instructions related to treatments, medications, diets, and follow‑up care.
• Collect, label, log, and prepare blood, tissue, and other specimens for testing; perform phlebotomy when competency has been demonstrated.
• Administer immunizations when applicable and when certification or qualifying experience and_PROVIDER supervision requirements are met.
• Maintain immunization inventory and monitor expiration dates.
• Support junior Medical Assistants by answering day‑to‑day questions and participating in onboarding and training.
• Complete office responsibilities such as answering phones, preparing forms, coordinating with other departments, and helping patients navigate their care.
• Contribute to departmental quality and safety initiatives, including patient identification and hand hygiene standards.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with all applicable requirements.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Immunizations

EHR systems

Medical terminology

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Medical Assisting preferred

Tools

Electronic health record software

Medical office software

Job description

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant for an orthopedic team at locations in Haverhill, MA and North Andover, MA. This hands-on clinical role balances direct patient care with essential administrative duties in a busy setting.

You will welcome patients, collect vital signs, assist providers, perform phlebotomy when competent, and help with immunizations. Prior orthopedics and EHR proficiency are required to ensure efficient care delivery.