Medical Assistant, Urology

Mass General Brigham Danvers, MA 01923, US

$22 - $24.94 / hour

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Build Your Skills in Specialized Outpatient Care

Looking for an opportunity to grow your clinical skills in a specialty where no two days are exactly alike? Join our Urology team at Mass General Brigham and play an important role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll work alongside providers and clinical team members to support patients with a variety of urologic conditions, including urinary tract infections, kidney stones, bladder concerns, and prostate conditions. You’ll help prepare patients for examinations and procedures and support daily clinical operations.

Whether you’re beginning your Medical Assistant career or bringing experience from a related medical field, this is an opportunity to develop specialized clinical skills while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Find the Opportunity That Fits Your Schedule

Full-Time Medical Assistant
• 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
• Predominately in Danvers, MA with coverage in Salem, MA

Per Diem Medical Assistant
• As-needed coverage across our Danvers and Salem practices, with scheduling based on practice needs.
• An opportunity for Medical Assistants seeking flexibility while gaining experience in a specialty outpatient setting.

What You’ll Do

•Support patient care: Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, obtain vital signs and manual blood pressure readings, and update medical histories.

•Assist with clinical procedures: Prepare exam rooms and equipment, support providers during in-office procedures, and follow established infection prevention and safety protocols.

•Perform clinical tasks: Collect specimens and complete clinical duties appropriate to your training and scope of practice.

•Create a positive patient experience: Communicate with empathy and professionalism, protect patient privacy, and help patients feel comfortable discussing sensitive health concerns.

•Keep the practice running smoothly: Support patient flow, maintain accurate documentation, and collaborate with providers and colleagues.

•Support quality and continuity of care: Follow clinical protocols, use electronic health record systems, and help ensure the team has the information needed to support patient care.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Licenses and Credentials

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant credential preferred.

Experience

Direct Medical Assistant experience or experience working in a medical field preferred; 0–1 year of experience is welcomed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Effective time management and the ability to prioritize and coordinate competing tasks in complex, busy environments.

Accuracy and attention to detail.
Commitment to complying with all local, state, and federal privacy and confidentiality rules and regulations.

Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols, and proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical office software.

Sound judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate options and determine appropriate next steps.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Why Join Us?

At Mass General Brigham, our employees are our most important resource. We are committed to offering a comprehensive, contemporary, and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and life outside of work.

Our offerings include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
A robust retirement savings program
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance and professional development support

Benefits and eligibility vary by employment status.

Ready to Apply?

If you are a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant who enjoys working as part of a collaborative care team, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your healthcare career with Mass General Brigham.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

104 Endicott Street

Pay Range

$22 - $24.94/Hourly

Grade

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

3300 Mass General Brigham Medical Group Northern Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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