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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Medical Assistant, Primary Care in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Medical Assistant, Primary Care
Job Number: 24183
Functional Area: Health Care
Department: MIT Health
School Area: Executive Vice President
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Category: Non-Exempt
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
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Job Description
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, PRIMARY CARE, MIT Health, to assist physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients during and between office visits; and perform other tasks consistent with a medical assistant’s training and skills. Will act as the primary liaison contact between clinical staff and the patient; play an active role in preparing for the daily operations of patient visits and implementing key activities; lead the twice daily huddle sessions to ensure all pertinent patient information is communicated between all clinical staff and have all appropriate materials available so that care is delivered effectively and efficiently; manage HealtheLife requests; and ensure patients comprehend medical treatment information provided by each provider and use the best medium to follow up with each patient to ensure treatment plan compliance.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: high school diploma or its equivalent; graduation from an accredited medical assistant program or a medical assistant certification (AAMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA); at least two years of experience working in a physician’s office; ability to lift or pull weights of fifteen pounds or more, including the placement of infants and children on examination tables or weighing scales; phlebotomy skills; willingness to comply with established risk management and safety procedures and all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations; and ability to maintain CPR certification and participate in site-based CPR drills. Job #24182-56/27/24