What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Northeast Allergy, Asthma and Immunology?
Job Overview:
Northeast Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has 6 medical offices in Massachusetts. We work together as a team to care for both pediatric and adult patients with a variety of allergy and immunology related conditions.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time medical assistant to work full-time at our Stoneham office.
Duties:
- Assist with patient care, including rooming patients, taking vital signs, collecting basic history, and performing various forms of allergy testing.
- Administer medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Utilize electronic medical record systems to document patient information accurately (eClinical Works).
- Prepare examination rooms and ensure they are clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Provide administrative support, including scheduling appointments, handling insurance related tasks, answering phone calls, and assisting with prior authorizations.
- Educate patients on proper medication usage, allergen avoidance, and other healthcare instructions advised by the provider.
Skills and Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred
- Previous experience working as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting is highly desirable - willing to train the right candidate.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Competence in performing vital signs measurements and basic medical procedures.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical record systems to maintain accurate patient records.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide compassionate patient service.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to handle administrative tasks effectively
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25