Medical Assistant – Medical Secretary

Beth Israel Lahey Health

. Ensure exam-room equipment is in working order, sterilize instruments, and maintain diagnostic equipment .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical procedures, including phlebotomy and administering injections, while ensuring compliance with OSHA guidelines. Possesses strong communication skills and the ability to manage patient care effectively in a fast-paced medical environment.

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Medical Assistant CertificationPhlebotomy SkillsKnowledge Of Medical TerminologyCurrent CPR CertificationCustomer Service Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical ProceduresPhlebotomyInjections AdministrationLab RequisitionsPatient Care LogsMedical Records PreparationSpecimen CollectionVital Signs RecordingHazardous Materials DisposalInventory Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility To Multi-TaskAbility To Work IndependentlyWillingness To Help Other Staff

Tools & Technologies

Diagnostic EquipmentComputer Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant CertificationCurrent CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

OSHA GuidelinesPatient CareMedical Practice EnvironmentPatient SchedulingTest Preparation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure exam-room equipment is in working order, sterilize instruments, and maintain diagnostic equipment
Follow OSHA guidelines for cleaning and disposing of hazardous materials
Triage patient-care and physician phone calls
Administer injections and medications as directed by the provider
Perform clinical procedures and phlebotomy
Complete lab requisitions accurately with diagnosis and demographic information
Prepare and replenish supplies, maintain inventories, and order supplies
Maintain patient-care logs and research missing test results
Greet patients, determine their medical needs, and respond appropriately
Prepare accurate and complete medical records; record chief complaints and vital signs
Prepare patients for provider encounters
Assist with specimen collection and instruct patients on test preparation
Schedule special procedures, notify patients about referrals and preparations, and obtain pre-certification
Process prescriptions under physician direction and communicate test results and physician messages
Attend staff meetings
Provide secretarial support as staffing needs indicate
Review cancellations and no-shows with physicians and reschedule patients as clinically indicated
Float to other practices as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school graduate or GED
Minimum of one year's experience as a medical assistant in a medical practice environment is desirable
Certification as a medical assistant is desirable
Ability to multi-task
Customer service experience
Knowledge of medical terminology
Computer skills
Current CPR certification required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and follow directions
Phlebotomy skills are helpful
Physical stamina; many hours per day on feet
Willingness to work some weekends and evenings
Ability to cross-train and help other staff when needed
May be required to float to other practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Influenza vaccination required as a condition of employment
Potential shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, and overtime pay in addition to base hourly wage, as applicable