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Mass General Brigham

Senior Practice Assistant

Mass General Brigham, Brookline, Massachusetts, us, 02445

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Job Summary Performs both administrative and clinical functions to support smooth and efficient clinical service or practice operations under general supervision. Performs basic clerical work and tasks that are repetitive and routine. Administrative duties related to patient visits including scheduling, check‑in, check‑out duties. Actual job duties may vary by Department.

Essential Functions

Perform routine administrative and clerical duties relating to a clinical service or physician practice office.

Make patient appointments and maintain appointment records.

Greet and assist patients.

Answer telephones, assist callers with routine inquiries, and schedule appointments.

File materials in patient folders, and print appointment schedules.

Process patient billing forms and scan documents to patient medical record/LMR.

Call for patient medical records and laboratory test results.

Open and distribute unit mail or faxes.

Type forms, records, schedules, memos, etc., as directed.

May be required to accept co‑payments.

Handle, screen and/or take messages related to prior authorizations, provider questions, prescription refills, and test results.

Act as "Super User" for scheduling, registration and billing systems.

Provide assistance and training to others in these areas.

May perform more complex or specialized functions (e.g., surgical scheduling, schedule changes/blocking) at a more advanced competency level.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Licenses and Credentials: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) – Data Conversion – Various Issuers preferred.

Experience: Office experience 2‑3 years required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency with all Office Suite.

Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing.

Ability to use phone system and manage more non‑routine phone calls and solve routine issues as appropriate.

Communicating effectively in writing and talking to others to convey information effectively.

Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Well organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Physical Requirements

Standing Occasionally (3‑33%)

Walking Occasionally (3‑33%)

Sitting Constantly (67‑100%)

Lifting Occasionally (3‑33%) 20lbs‑35lbs

Carrying Occasionally (3‑33%) 20lbs‑35lbs

Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Occasionally (3‑33%)

Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)

Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Occasionally (3‑33%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67‑100%)

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%)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 15 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $18.99 - $27.17/Hourly

EEO Statement: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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