Patient-Focused Medical Assistant – Primary Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Danvers (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Primary Care team. You will assist in delivering high-quality clinical care, take vital signs, document medical history in the EMR, and support both patients and providers to enhance satisfaction and efficiency.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with options including MA program graduation, MA certification, or 5+ years’ MA experience. BLS certification within 90 days is required.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient needs are met.
• Basic computer skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Take patient vital signs and document medical history in EMR.
• Provide patients and families medical information and guidance.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to support daily needs and schedules.
• Contribute to patient satisfaction and provider efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Basic computer skills

Critical thinking

Judgement

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

MA program graduate

MA certification (AAMA CCMA RMA NCMA)

5+ years MA experience

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Primary Care team. You will assist in delivering high-quality clinical care, take vital signs, document medical history in the EMR, and support both patients and providers to enhance satisfaction and efficiency.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with options including MA program graduation, MA certification, or 5+ years’ MA experience. BLS certification within 90 days is required.