Radiation Oncology Medical Assistant - Day Shift

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care delivery. Under supervision, you will greet patients, room them, take vital signs and intake information, and help with clinical procedures such as EKGs and specimen collection.

You will maintain clean exam rooms, document accurately in the EMR, assist with scheduling and referrals, and coordinate care with providers and the care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program preferred.
• 0-1 years of related experience in patient care in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Medical Assistant (Certified), EMT, CNA, or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) certificate preferred.

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.
• Communicates effectively with providers, patients and team members about delays, appointment needs, or follow-ups.
• Follow all assigned workflows, safety protocols, infection control standards and clinical policies and department guidelines.
• Support operational flow and provider efficiency by anticipating needs and adjusting to same-day changes.
• Escort patients to labs or ancillary services, as needed.
• May participate in specialized clinical workflows (e.g., prescription refills, prior authorizations, high-level disinfection)

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Professionalism

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Associate degree or higher (in lieu of MA experience)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care delivery. Under supervision, you will greet patients, room them, take vital signs and intake information, and help with clinical procedures such as EKGs and specimen collection.

You will maintain clean exam rooms, document accurately in the EMR, assist with scheduling and referrals, and coordinate care with providers and the care team.