Per Diem Medical Assistant — Ambulatory Care & Impact

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, VT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams. The MA will greet and room patients, record vitals, and assist with procedures and specimen collection, while maintaining clean exam rooms and accurate EMR documentation.

Under supervision of licensed providers, you’ll help with scheduling, referrals, and patient instructions, upholding safety and infection control policies. BLS within 6 months and MA training preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program preferred.
• BLS certification required within 6 months of hire or per department requirement.

Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for visits; take and document vital signs and intake information.
• Support clinical procedures (e.g., EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing).
• Maintain clean, stocked, and ready exam rooms throughout the day.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the EMR per clinical guidelines.
• May assist with scheduling, check-in, referrals, and patient instructions as needed.
• Communicate effectively with providers, patients and team members about delays, appointment needs, or follow-ups.
• Follow all workflows, safety protocols, infection control standards and policies.
• Support operational flow and provider efficiency by anticipating needs and adjusting to same-day changes.

Skills

Medical terminology

Vital signs collection

EMR systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, VT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams. The MA will greet and room patients, record vitals, and assist with procedures and specimen collection, while maintaining clean exam rooms and accurate EMR documentation.

Under supervision of licensed providers, you’ll help with scheduling, referrals, and patient instructions, upholding safety and infection control policies. BLS within 6 months and MA training preferred.