Practice Assistant Senior

Massachusetts General Hospital; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

403b retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

MBTA pass (discount)

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an administrative/clinical support professional at 32 Fruit Street, onsite, to facilitate pediatric hematology and oncology clinic operations. The role blends administrative duties with clinical workflow support to ensure smooth patient visits.

Responsibilities include scheduling, billing, records management, and staff training under supervision. Requires a high school diploma and 3–5 years of office experience, with strong MS Office skills and excellent time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Office experience 3-5 years.
• Strong MS Office and technology skills.
• Ability to manage time and multitask in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine admin and clerical duties in a clinical office.
• Schedule patient appointments and maintain records; assist callers.
• Process billing forms and scan docs to patient records.
• Serve as Super User for scheduling, registration, and billing systems.
• Provide training and guidance to staff.
• Assist with day-to-day practice operations under supervision.
• Handle co-payments when required.
• Manage messages related to authorizations, prescriptions, and test results.

Skills

MS Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Phone system

Time management

Written communication

Editing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Performs both administrative and clinical functions to support smooth and efficient clinical service or practice operations under minimal supervision. Performs administrative duties related to patient visits, including scheduling, check-in, and check-out duties (performs all duties of the other levels at the highest proficiency level). Actual job duties may vary by Department.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office.
• Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records. Assist callers with routine inquiries and schedule appointments.
• Process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical records/LMR.
• Acts as "Super User" for scheduling, registration, and billing systems.
• Provides assistance and training to others in these areas.
• May perform more complex or specialized functions (i.e., surgical scheduling, schedule changes/blocking) at a more advanced competency level.
• Provides functional guidance to Office and Practice Assistants.
• In conjunction with the Supervisor, oversees the daily activities of practice staff.
• May be required to accept co-payments.
• Handles, screens, and/or takes messages related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Experience

Office experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong technology and MS Office skills – Advanced Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures, including filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing.
• Ability to use the phone system, manage more non-routine phone calls, and solve routine issues as appropriate.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience and Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents, corresponding and communicating with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mails, memos, and letters), and taking complete and accurate messages.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Well-organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems.
• Ability to proofread and edit written documents.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Department: Pediatric Hemotology and Oncology

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 9am to 5:30pm| Onsite

Compensation: The posted salary reflects the starting range for this position. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications, including experience, education, and relevant skills.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, discounted MBTA pass & more!

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

32 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.37 - $27.71/Hourly

Grade

4

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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