Medical Assistant

Position : Health Assistant II aka Medical Assistant

Location : 75 Mt Auburn St Cambridge MA, 02138

Work Schedule: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Friday (Tuesday off) 8:00a-5:30p approx. 35 hours/week •

Location: 100% onsite

Duration: 3 months (possible extension for leave)

**Required to be Certified Medical Assistant, CPR Certified

Top 3 technical or soft skills you’d like to see that will lead you to request an interview: excellent customer service skills, the ability to multitask, and being a strong team player **Candidates MUST have all components listed in the Required occupational training, certification, or licenses.

Description:

The Medical Assistant or Health Assistant II provides clinical and administrative support according to coverage needs in the Internal Medicine and Medical Specialties clinics. Clinical duties include, but are not limited to: preparing examination rooms, performing EKGs and waived testing, maintaining patient flow, provide patient instruction regarding preparation of tests/procedures, prepares medical records ensuring that confidentiality is maintained and assisting clinicians during examinations and minor procedures. Administrative duties include: assisting patients on the phone and in person, checking patients in and collecting copays, scheduling appointments (including outside tests), performing transcription and other general office responsibilities. Required – High school diploma or equivalent. A graduate of Medical or Nursing Assistant program. Patient service experience. Certification as Medical Assistant, CPR certification

Preferred - Experience working with an electronic medical record. Bilingual skills.

Required occupational training, certifications or license(s)

Required – High school diploma or equivalent. A graduate of Medical or Nursing Assistant program. Certification as Medical Assistant, CPR certification