Medical Assistant/Medical Secretary-Rheumatology

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant/Medical Secretary-Rheumatology to join our team at Mount Auburn Hospital. In this role, you will provide high-quality, direct patient care and support smooth administrative and clinical operations within the BILH Primary Care-Mt. Auburn practice. The ideal candidate will have the ability to build empathetic relationships with patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds while ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the patient, practice, and organizational goals through relationship development and care coordination.
• Assist patients during visits by ensuring timely flow, updating medical records, and facilitating communication between patients and providers.
• Perform medical assisting duties under supervision, including vital sign measurements, EKGs, phlebotomy, and administering immunizations.
• Support Population Health efforts through health coaching, data gathering, and outreach to patients.
• Maintain medical equipment, manage prescription renewals, and schedule diagnostic tests.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Health Science preferred.
• Medical Assistant Certificate, Nursing Assistant Certificate, EMT Basic License, or Phlebotomy Certificate preferred.
• 0-1 years of related work experience.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with web-based applications.

Competencies

• Decision Making, Problem Solving, Independence of Action, Written & Oral Communications, Teamwork, Customer Service.
• Ability to provide patient care across different age groups.

Physical Requirements

• Medium physical work involving exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Frequent sitting, standing, bending, grasping, and fine manipulation using hands.
• Color vision, visual clarity, and sensory requirements for monitoring and patient care.

Social/Environmental Requirements

• Close attention to task, judgment to respond to events, exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
• Health Care Worker status involving close contact with patients and adherence to safety protocols.

Join us at Mount Auburn Hospital and be part of a diverse team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients and communities.