Medical Assistant – Internal Medicine

Beth Israel Lahey Health

. Serve as a communication resource and accurately collect and prioritize patient information .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeBrookline • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $28 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care tasks including vital sign measurement, EKGs, injections, and phlebotomy, while ensuring effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams. Maintains patient confidentiality and organizes medical records efficiently.

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Patient CareVital Signs MeasurementEKG AdministrationPhlebotomyCustomer Service

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Hard Skills

Vital SignsEKGInjectionsPhlebotomyScreeningsLab TestsSpecimen CollectionEMR SystemMedical Record OrganizationPatient Transport Scheduling

Soft Skills

Written English CommunicationActive ListeningProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationStress Management

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDInfluenza Vaccination

Industry Keywords

Patient ConfidentialityHealthcare ProceduresMedical RecordsPatient RequestsRoutine Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a communication resource and accurately collect and prioritize patient information
Respond to phone calls and patient requests
Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms
Obtain vital signs and perform EKGs, injections, phlebotomy, screenings, lab tests, and specimen collection
Assist providers with routine procedures under proper supervision
Provide instructions for tests and procedures
Schedule follow-up tests and appointments and arrange patient transport
Sort and distribute lab results to physicians or nurse practitioners
Maintain patient confidentiality and procure and organize medical records
Update medications in the EMR system
Ensure equipment, supplies, and exam rooms are clean, organized, stocked, and usable
Track, order, and maintain supplies and equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or GED required
Written English communication skills
Ability to comprehend and converse in English
Full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies
Ability to work collaboratively in small teams
Customer service, active listening, and problem-solving skills
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Influenza vaccination required as a condition of employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled