Patient Care & Clinic Admin Assistant

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support administrative and clinical operations in our practice. You will greet patients, check-in, schedule, and assist with procedures, while complying with safety and quality standards.

Strong communication in English and basic computer skills are required. The role involves using the EMR (OMR) to queue renewals, document tasks for billing, and coordinate with physicians, nurses and staff to ensure smooth patient flow.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Basic familiarity with computers; navigate web-based applications.
• MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or diploma; or at least 5 months of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assisting tasks (vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy) and prep exam rooms.
• Escort patients to radiology and lab; ensure areas are clean and stocked.
• Review medication lists in EMR and assist under supervision.
• Perform point-of-care testing and ensure QC for testing equipment.
• Queue prescription renewals in EMR and document tasks for billing.
• Schedule tests, verify insurance and explain processes to patients.
• Prepare charts and documents for clinical activities; manage correspondence.
• Check-in patients using computer systems; collect copays and verify information.
• Record visit disposition and monitor waiting area; communicate delays.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy

Medical assisting

Education

High School diploma or GED

0-1 years related experience

MA/EMT/CNA/LNA cert or diploma

5 months direct patient care experience

Tools

OMR system

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support administrative and clinical operations in our practice. You will greet patients, check-in, schedule, and assist with procedures, while complying with safety and quality standards.

Strong communication in English and basic computer skills are required. The role involves using the EMR (OMR) to queue renewals, document tasks for billing, and coordinate with physicians, nurses and staff to ensure smooth patient flow.