Medical Assistant I

Company: Lahey Health
Location: Billerica
Posted on: September 19, 2022

Job Description:

Welcome To Welcome to Lahey Health Primary Care. With over 55 primary care practices in more than 30 nearby communities , our primary care physicians and care teams provide quality close to where our patients live or work. We have a team approach to patient care and have developed long-standing, mutually respectful relationships with local specialists at our affiliate hospitals to guide and support the most effective and efficient patient care. As part of the Beth Israel Lahey Health system, we now have the opportunity to care for even more individuals across eastern Massachusetts. About the Job BILH Primary Care is where you can truly make a difference. As the Medical Assistant, you are responsible for assisting in the delivery of high quality, safe clinical care, by being a member of a high performing clinical team. The Medical Assistant on the BILH Primary Care team, will work to enhance patient satisfaction and provider efficiency through a collaborative approach to patient care. Working with Healthcare Providers on their daily needs and schedules will assure patient care is delivered in a timely manner. Taking patient vital signs as well as documenting medical history in our EMR system and providing patients and families medical information in order to achieve positive patient satisfaction are just some of the critical duties you will be performing. Your skills will be valued here. Come join us! Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required, and: 1) Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant program OR 2.) Has obtained a Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA, CCMA, RMA, NCMA) Licensure, Certification, Registration: Certification required upon hire and maintained if not a graduate of an accredited medical assistant program. Achieves and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association, within 90 days of hire. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Must possess strong problem solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient's needs are met. Must possess basic computer skills. Utilizes critical thinking and good judgement in performance of tasks. Must possess good organizational skills and the ability to multitask. Shift FULL TIME DAYSAbout Us Beth Israel Lahey Health is d edicated to improving health and wellness and making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families and all members of the communities we serve. Formed in March 2019, Beth Israel Lahey Health is a patient-centered, integrated care delivery system providing a continuum of services spanning academic, tertiary and community hospitals, dedicated orthopedic and psychiatric hospitals, primary and specialty care, community acute care, ambulatory care, behavioral services and home health. Beth Israel Lahey Health Performance Network is a unified joint contracting and population health management organization, jointly governed by participating physicians and hospitals. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. REQNUMBER: 176541-1A

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