Practice Assistant

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Competitive retirement plan

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center is seeking a Practice Assistant, a training opportunity to become a Certified Medical Assistant. You will provide scheduling and administrative support in the Physician Practice Service Center and participate in the Medical Assistant Program, receiving clinical instruction under a preceptor.

After training, you will perform duties under supervision, support a fast-paced team, and maintain confidentiality while developing essential office and clinical skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification required within 12 weeks of hire.
• Experience in basic office skills preferred.
• Must be able to speak and write English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide scheduling and administrative services in the Physician Practice Service Center.
• Participate in Berkshire Health Systems Medical Assistant Program and training.
• Receive clinical skill instruction and perform duties under a preceptor.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone communication

Read and follow directions

Adaptability

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows-based PC applications

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC Talent Pipeline

Hourly Pay Range: 18.0400 through 27.0600

Full Time , Shift 1 , 40 , 8-430pm

Monday - Friday

Posted 07/30/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Practice Assistant is a training opportunity to become a Certified Medical Assistant. The Practice Assistant provides scheduling and other administrative services in the Physician Practice Service Center, and participates in the Berkshire Health Systems Medical Assistant Program. The Practice Assistant receives clinical skill instruction. After gaining appropriate knowledge and skill, he or she functions clinically under the direction of the preceptor, and will perform other duties as requested by the Practice Site Supervisor.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

N/A

Education and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

License, Certification & Registration:

CPR certification required within 12 weeks of hire.

Other Requirements:

Experience in basic office skills preferred.

Working knowledge of Windows based PC applications required.

Ability to work independently and take direction.

Demonstrated ability to read and follow written/verbal direction.

Sensitive to diverse cultures and cultural differences.

Ability to learn new computer software; Ability to adapt to fast-paced, multifaceted position.

Good telephone communication skills.

Must be flexible to cover for vacations and earned time absences.

Flexible hours required. Self-motivated and ability to be independent and flexible within a team framework.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.

Punctual and strong work ethic.

Commitment to learning.

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, a competitive retirement plan contribution and a paid time off program.