Medical Assistant II- Everett
About the role
Flexible schedule with rotating shifts; candidate must be available during practice hours of operation: Monday–Thursday 7:45 am–8 pm, Fridays 7:45 am–5 pm, and occasional Saturday mornings 8 am–12 pm. This position involves direct patient care — welcoming patients, gathering health information, preparing exam rooms, supporting clinical services, and collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to deliver efficient, compassionate care. Every interaction matters: whether helping a patient feel comfortable, assisting a provider during an exam, or ensuring accurate documentation, you will be an essential part of the care team and a key contributor to a positive patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome, interview, and assist patients while collecting vital signs and health information.
- Prepare patients, exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for visits.
- Accurately document patient information, medical histories, and test results.
- Support laboratory specimen collection and preparation.
- Assist with office duties, patient communication, and coordination with other departments.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
- Work collaboratively with the care team to provide excellent patient service.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required (experience cannot substitute for degree).
Licenses & Credentials
- Basic Life Support (BLS Certification) — preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) — preferred
- Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (Massachusetts) — preferred
Experience
- Direct Medical Assistant experience or medical field work: 0–1 year preferred
- Phlebotomy experience preferred
- Family practice experience preferred
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks in complex, busy environments
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Compliance with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations
- Ability to take vital signs and manual blood pressure, and 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
- Critical thinking: using logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions
- Time management: managing one’s own time and the time of others
Physical Requirements
- Standing: Frequently (34–66%)
- Walking: Frequently (34–66%)
- Sitting: Occasionally (3–33%)
- Lifting: Frequently (34–66%), 35 lbs+ (with assisted device)
- Carrying: Frequently (34–66%), 20–35 lbs
- Pushing: Occasionally (3–33%)
- Pulling: Occasionally (3–33%)
- Climbing: Rarely (<2%)
- Balancing: Frequently (34–66%)
- Stooping: Occasionally (3–33%)
- Kneeling: Occasionally (3–33%)
- Crouching: Occasionally (3–33%)
- Crawling: Rarely (<2%)
- Reaching: Frequently (34–66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34–66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34–66%)
- Feeling: Constantly (67–100%)
- Foot Use: Rarely (<2%)
- Vision – Far: Constantly (67–100%)
- Vision – Near: Constantly (67–100%)
- Talking: Constantly (67–100%)
- Hearing: Constantly (67–100%)
Schedule
Rotating shifts covering practice hours: Monday–Thursday 7:45 am–8 pm, Friday 7:45 am–5 pm, occasional Saturday 8 am–12 pm. Full‑time, 40 scheduled weekly hours. Onsite at 19 Norwood Street. Regular employee type.
Pay
Base pay range: $22.75/hour (Grade 3). Actual offer will consider skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other factors. Total compensation includes comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, bonuses, and recognition programs.