Brigham and Women's Hospital
Medical Assistant I - Brigham Primary Physicians
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Primary Care-BPP role supports healthcare teams by assisting with 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 while interacting directly with patients and collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff. Responsibilities
Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height. Show patients to examination rooms and prepare necessary equipment for healthcare providers. Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, or test results in medical records. Perform general office duties such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms; act as a liaison with other departments and advocate for patients with a positive customer service approach. Collect laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing. Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping rooms neat, clean, and supplies stocked. Clean and disinfect equipment and dispose of contaminated supplies. Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – Data Conversion – Various Issuers (preferred). Certified Medical Assistant – Data Conversion – Various Issuers (preferred). Experience
Direct MA experience or medical field work 1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 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, and 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 evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Managing one's own time and the time of others. Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34‑66%) Walking Frequently (34‑66%) Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%) Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs‑35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%) Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34‑66%) Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%) Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34‑66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%) Feeling Constantly (67‑100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision – Far Constantly (67‑100%) Vision – Near Constantly (67‑100%) Talking Constantly (67‑100%) Hearing Constantly (67‑100%) The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. 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.
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Primary Care-BPP role supports healthcare teams by assisting with 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 while interacting directly with patients and collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff. Responsibilities
Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height. Show patients to examination rooms and prepare necessary equipment for healthcare providers. Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, or test results in medical records. Perform general office duties such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms; act as a liaison with other departments and advocate for patients with a positive customer service approach. Collect laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing. Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping rooms neat, clean, and supplies stocked. Clean and disinfect equipment and dispose of contaminated supplies. Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – Data Conversion – Various Issuers (preferred). Certified Medical Assistant – Data Conversion – Various Issuers (preferred). Experience
Direct MA experience or medical field work 1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 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, and 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 evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Managing one's own time and the time of others. Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34‑66%) Walking Frequently (34‑66%) Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%) Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs‑35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%) Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34‑66%) Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%) Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34‑66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%) Feeling Constantly (67‑100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision – Far Constantly (67‑100%) Vision – Near Constantly (67‑100%) Talking Constantly (67‑100%) Hearing Constantly (67‑100%) The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. 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.
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