Sr. Practice Assistant MGB Cancer Institute

Massachusetts General Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is looking for a dedicated Sr. Practice Assistant to join their Newton‑Wellesley team. This vital role focuses on patient scheduling coordination while collaborating with clinical and administrative teams. The position requires a High School Diploma and 3–5 years of office experience, with strong MS Office skills needed.

This role is completely on-site and offers a standard Monday–Friday schedule from 8:30 am to 5 pm. A supportive work environment is promised, with free parking available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required. No experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3–5 years of office experience required.
• Strong technology and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert coordination of patient scheduling.
• Partner with clinical and administrative members of interdisciplinary teams.
• Ensure seamless access to care and efficient clinic operations.

Skills

Strong technology and MS Office skills

Knowledge of office operations and standards

Effective written and verbal communication

Time management and organizational skills

Ability to proofread and edit documents

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Join the EverExpanding Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute. The MGB Cancer Institute is growing rapidly, and we're seeking dedicated and experienced Practice Assistants to join our Newton‑Wellesley team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the patient care experience at one of the nation's leading academic health systems.

As a Sr. Practice Assistant, you'll provide expert coordination of patient scheduling while partnering closely with both clinical and administrative members of our interdisciplinary teams. Your work will help ensure seamless access to care, efficient clinic operations, and an exceptional experience for every patient and provider you support.

This role is 100% on‑site, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5 pm. Free parking available on site.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required. No experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience

3–5 years office experience 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 phone system and manage non‑routine phone calls and solve routine issues as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the audience and talk to others to convey information effectively.
• Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents, correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e‑mail, memos and letters), and take complete and accurate messages.
• Manage one's own time and the time of others.
• Be well organized and have good time‑management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems.
• Ability to proofread and edit written documents.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.