Medical Assistant II

Mass General Brigham

. Assist junior Medical Assistants with day-to-day questions and responsibilities .

Posted 10/23/2026part-timeBraintree • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $23 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including vital sign measurement, specimen collection, and immunization administration. Possesses strong knowledge of medical terminology and EHR systems while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Medical AssistantBasic Life Support CertificationElectronic Health Record Systems ProficiencyVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen Collection

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Hard Skills

PhlebotomyPatient InterviewingMedical Record KeepingVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen CollectionImmunization AdministrationMedical Terminology KnowledgeMedical Office Software ProficiencyPatient Education Materials OrganizationInsurance Form Completion

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTask PrioritizationInterdepartmental LiaisonPatient AdvocacyCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Medical AssistantBasic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical AssistingHealthcare Provider SupportPatient CareLaboratory SpecimensQuality InitiativesPrivacy RegulationsOnboarding TrainingImmunization Inventory ManagementPatient Vital SignsHealthcare Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist junior Medical Assistants with day-to-day questions and responsibilities
Participate in onboarding training to facilitate junior Medical Assistant learning
Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare equipment for healthcare providers
Interview patients and obtain medical information
Measure and record patients' vital signs, weight, and height in medical records
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions
Order and organize educational materials for patient education
Answer phones, take dictation, and complete insurance forms
Liaise with other departments and advocate for patients
Collect, log, and prepare blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens for testing
Perform phlebotomy if competence is demonstrated
Maintain immunization inventory and check expiration dates
Provide immunizations when applicable, with certification or 3 years of vaccine-administration experience and provider supervision
Support departmental quality initiatives, including two patient identifiers and hand hygiene

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Associate's Degree Medical Assisting preferred
1-2 years of direct MA experience or medical field work required
Basic Life Support (BLS Certification) preferred
Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) preferred
Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure
Ability to 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
Ability to comply with local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations
Ability to prioritize tasks in complex and busy environments
Accuracy and attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Professional growth support
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities