What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Sports Medicine- Wellesley position at Mass General Brigham?
Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
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.
Located at 978 Worcester Street in Wellesley, MA, the Sports Medicine team at Newton-Wellesley treats a large volume of sports-related injuries. Our specialists offer state-of-the art outpatient surgical treatment using regional anesthesia for conditions of the shoulder, knee, and ankle. We work with athletes at all levels, including high school, college, professional athletes and weekend/recreational athletes.
Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support the practice on-site Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm with one staggered weeknight shift from 10:30am- 8:00pm.
Our Medical Assistants partner alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, and nurses primarily working with 1 to 2 providers as our support model. Our medical assistants see about 15- 20 patients a day supporting their providers doing 100% clinical work. Our team of Medical Assistants work with a variety of patients within sports medicine, pediatrics, and orthopedics.
Our providers love to build lasting relationships, teach and mentor based on your future goals as a medical assistant or whatever path you choose in the medical field!
Responsibilities Include
Functioning as a "flow manager"/ensuring efficient patient flow through the office
Assisting with direct patient care during the office visit (examination, procedures, and treatments as advised)
Performing clinically appropriate administrative tasks (chart prep, phone triage, in-basket messages, test results, prescription refill, coordination of care, etc.) We have a team to handle true phone triage!
Maintaining neat, clean, and safe patient care areas
Providing an exceptional care experience by interacting with patients and their families in a professional, friendly manner consistent with their needs.
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 one's own time and the time of others.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
978-980 Worcester Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
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.
Located at 978 Worcester Street in Wellesley, MA, the Sports Medicine team at Newton-Wellesley treats a large volume of sports-related injuries. Our specialists offer state-of-the art outpatient surgical treatment using regional anesthesia for conditions of the shoulder, knee, and ankle. We work with athletes at all levels, including high school, college, professional athletes and weekend/recreational athletes.
Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Medical Assistant to support the practice on-site Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm with one staggered weeknight shift from 10:30am- 8:00pm.
Our Medical Assistants partner alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, and nurses primarily working with 1 to 2 providers as our support model. Our medical assistants see about 15- 20 patients a day supporting their providers doing 100% clinical work. Our team of Medical Assistants work with a variety of patients within sports medicine, pediatrics, and orthopedics.
Our providers love to build lasting relationships, teach and mentor based on your future goals as a medical assistant or whatever path you choose in the medical field!
Responsibilities Include
Functioning as a "flow manager"/ensuring efficient patient flow through the office
Assisting with direct patient care during the office visit (examination, procedures, and treatments as advised)
Performing clinically appropriate administrative tasks (chart prep, phone triage, in-basket messages, test results, prescription refill, coordination of care, etc.) We have a team to handle true phone triage!
Maintaining neat, clean, and safe patient care areas
Providing an exceptional care experience by interacting with patients and their families in a professional, friendly manner consistent with their needs.
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 one's own time and the time of others.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
978-980 Worcester Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
