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East Boston Neighborhood Health Center Medical Assistant I in East Boston, Massachusetts
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Time Type:
Part time
Department:
Family Medicine
All Locations:
East Boston
Description:
Embedded within our clinical care team, Medical Assistants seamlessly manage patient flow while collaborating closely with nurses and physicians to deliver effective care in our Family Medicine department. They are the communication bridges between patients and their clinical team, ensuring everyone is informed and on the same page.
With a blend of clinical and organizational skills, the Medical Assistant significantly contributes to our patient care. Their meticulous attention to detail ensures optimal patient experience, minimizing wait times and maximizing provider efficiency. They handle essential tasks like taking vital signs, maintaining necessary supplies and equipment, scheduling and confirming appointments, and setting up examination rooms for office visits and procedures. Medical Assistants must be readily available to assist assigned providers through clear and consistent communication throughout the session.
Medical Assistants' compassion extends to patients of all ages, from the tiny hands of newborns to the experienced wisdom of our eldest. They play a key role in managing the physical and emotional well-being of assigned patients. Their genuine care and empathy create a comfortable and supportive environment for everyone.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Vital signs
Pulse oximetry
Use of 02 equipment
Obtaining EKG’s
Laboratory studies such as glucometer, urine dip stick urinalysis and others as requested
Cleans and wraps instruments for sterilization
Follows procedure for operation of autoclave and properly documents each load
Qualifications and requirements:
HS Diploma/GED and a graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant program
One year of Medical Assisting experience strongly preferred
One year of Customer Service experience
Excellent oral, listening, and written communication skills
Computer literacy
Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)
There’s a reason East Boston Neighborhood Health Center is ranked as one of the “Top Places to Work” by The Boston Globe. It is because we are committed to maintaining a truly supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. A huge focus of which is to offer important benefits so you can be your best inside and outside of work.
Striving to be an employer of choice, we offer progressive benefits, a variety of schedules, and the satisfaction of working with a diverse workforce whose unity of purpose is a real force for achievement. Plus, our Education & Training Institute is an attractive resource for many of our employees who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers.
Medical & Dental Coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers
401(K) Retirement Plan
Educational Assistance
Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts
Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time
A Generous Staff Development Benefit
Excellent Malpractice Coverage
A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support
Free Parking
And Much More…