Medical Assistant - Express Care (Andover/Lawrence)

About Us

A member of Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Pentucket Medical has been providing extraordinary healthcare to the residents of the Merrimack Valley for 50 years. With the latest in diagnostics, technology and research, we proudly offer unparalleled acute, chronic, and wellness care to our patients. Our primary care and specialty teams include more than 55 physicians, 40 nurse practitioners and physician assistants, and over 300 clinical and administrative support staff. With five sites located in the Merrimack Valley, Pentucket Medical provides access to care 7 days a week.

Our continued dedication to clinical excellence, focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and generous employee offerings, such as our competitive benefits package, allow our professionals to build an exciting career as we all work together to positively impact the health of our patients. Bring your talent to MGB Community Physicians and find out just how far it can take you! Are you ready to join our team?

General Summary

Pentucket Medical ExpressCare serves patients of all ages and is open seven days a week to help patients when they are sick or injured and can't get in to see their primary care doctor. Our services are designed to close the gap between primary care and emergency care by offering prompt, walk-in treatment for non-life threatening illnesses and injuries.

Schedule/Locations

We are open to per diem, part-time, and full-time schedules - we can be flexible on hours for the right fit! In this role, you would be expected to cover shifts at the following sites:

• 370 Merrimack Street Lawrence, MA
• 323 Lowell Street Andover, MA 01810

General Overview

Responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, administrative tasks and maintaining patient flow.

Essential Functions

• Attend required meetings, trainings and participations in committees as requested.
• Answer telephone courteously and timely and take accurate messages and transfer appropriate calls to Team Leader.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, order necessary supplies as needed and assist in the maintenance of equipment.
• Assist physicians in the examination and treatment of patients.
• Work in alternative departments and sites as requested.
• Schedule all tests and procedures as requested by Team Leader.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Enhance professional growth and development through in service meetings and education programs.
• Take vital signs and weights and assist in the patient flow, patient history, review medications.
• Assist in the maintenance of tracking systems of tests and results.
• Enter appropriate results of vital signs into the EPIC system.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and assist in determining need for office visit.
• Pick up lab reports, X-rays and correspondence as requested.

Qualifications

• Education: Formal medical education, training and certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Certification: National Certification is required (NHA, AAMA, NHA or NCCT) within 6 months
• Experience: One year of experience in a community based medical practice Internal Medicine preferred