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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.
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At Mass General Brigham Medical Group, we are deeply committed to advancing health equity and removing barriers to care for our most vulnerable communities. We are proud to have launched a new Medicaid-focused clinic at our Riverwalk Internal Medicine practice in Lawrence, MA, designed to expand access to affordable, high-quality care. This clinic serves approximately 800 Medicaid ACO patients, including individuals new to our Medical Group as well as established patients with urgent or same-day care needs, helping ensure timely, compassionate, and comprehensive support for those who need it most.
We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support the Medicaid Clinic! The clinic hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so schedules are staggered accordingly. We are located at 500 Merrimack Street in Lawrence, MA 01843.
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Job Summary
SummaryThis role supports healthcare teams by assisting with both clinical and non-clinical patient services under the direction of healthcare providers. Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting patient information, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow. This role involves direct interaction with patients to ensure their comfort and address concerns, as well as collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
-Show patients to examination rooms and prepare necessary equipment for healthcare providers.
-Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
-Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms. Acts as a liaison with other departments and advocates for patients with a positive customer service approach.
-Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
-Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean and supplies stocked.
-Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
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Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred
Experience
Direct MA experience or medical field work 0-1 year preferred
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Pay Range
$17.71 - $24.94/Hourly
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Grade
3
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Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership ālooks likeā by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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