Medical Assistant, Medicaid Clinic

Medical Assistant

The Mass General Brigham Medical Group is a system-led operating entity formed by Mass General Brigham to deliver high quality, low cost, innovative community-based ambulatory care. This work stems from Mass General Brigham's unified system strategy to bring health care closer to patients while lowering total health care costs. The Medical Group provides a wide range of offerings, including primary care, specialty care, behavioral and mental health, and urgent care, both digitally as well as at physical locations in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. The group also offers outpatient surgery and endoscopy, imaging, cardiac testing, and infusion. We share the commitment to delivering a coordinated and comprehensive experience across all locations, ensuring the appropriate level of care is available to every patient across our care delivery sites. The Mass General Brigham Medical Group is deeply committed to health equity and to breaking down barriers to care for our most vulnerable communities. Rooted in research and community need, we are proud to announce the launch of a new Medicaid-focused clinic within our Riverwalk Internal Medicine practice in Lawrence, MA. This program is designed to expand access to affordable, high-quality care for approximately 800 Medicaid ACO patients who have not previously received services through our Medical Group, as well as existing Medicaid ACO patients with urgent or same-day medical needs. We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support the Medicaid Clinic! The clinic hours will be Monday-Friday from 8 : 30 AM to 5 : 00 PM. We are located at 500 Merrimack Street in Lawrence, MA 01843.

Job Summary

This 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.

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success in this position. Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments. Accuracy and attention to detail. Comply with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations. Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure, as well as collect blood samples and other specimens. Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Managing ones own time and the time of others.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type : Onsite

Work Location : 500 Merrimack Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Employee Type : Regular

Work Shift : Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.36 - $24.45 / Hourly

EEO Statement :

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.