Medical Assistant, Nephrology
Mass General Brigham · Newton-MA
What the posting says
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- PayStated
- $22.75–$24.94 an hourAbout $47,320–$51,875 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 0-2 years
- EducationStated
- ['high school', 'associate degree', 'professional certificate']
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- Visa sponsorshipNot mentioned
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- High school diploma or equivalentrequired
High school diploma or equivalent required
from the posting - One to two years direct Medical Assistant experiencerequired
One to two years of direct Medical Assistant experience or related medical field experience required
from the posting - Interpersonal skillsrequired
Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and customer-service skills
from the posting - Communication skillsrequired
Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and customer-service skills
from the posting - Organizational skillsrequired
Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and customer-service skills
from the posting - Customer service skillsrequired
Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and customer-service skills
from the posting - Medical terminology knowledgerequired
Working knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, protocols, electronic health record systems, and medical office software
from the posting - Electronic health record systemsrequired
working knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, protocols, electronic health record systems, and medical office software
from the posting - Medical office softwarerequired
working knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, protocols, electronic health record systems, and medical office software
from the posting - Vital signs assessmentrequired
Ability to obtain vital signs and manual blood pressure readings
from the posting - Phlebotomyrequired
collect blood samples and other specimens
from the posting - Patient privacy and confidentiality knowledgerequired
commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality requirements
from the posting - Associate degree in Medical Assistingpreferred
associate degree in Medical Assisting preferred
from the posting - Basic Life Support certificationpreferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
from the posting - Certified Medical Assistant national certificationpreferred
Certified Medical Assistant national certification preferred
from the posting
Read the full posting as the employer wrote it
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
Make a meaningful difference for patients living with kidney disease while building your career with a collaborative, patient-focused team.About the Role
Mass General Brigham’s nephrology program provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and research for kidney conditions, including chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, polycystic kidney disease, kidney stones, and transplant care. As a Medical Assistant, you will support physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other members of the care team by delivering attentive clinical and administrative support that keeps the practice running smoothly.
Location: 2014 Washington Street, Newton, MA
Hours: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
What You’ll Do
• Welcome patients, escort them to examination rooms, prepare equipment, gather medical information, take vital signs, weight, and height, and document accurately in the medical record.
• Help manage patient flow and respond to patient questions and concerns with empathy, professionalism, and a strong customer-service approach.
• Manage a heavy, high-volume phone workload, including answering incoming calls, taking and routing messages, supporting appointment coordination, and communicating with patients and clinical teams.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and provider instructions, and organize educational materials to reinforce patient education.
• Perform general office duties, complete insurance forms, and serve as a liaison with other departments while advocating for patients.
• Collect, log, and prepare blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens for testing; perform phlebotomy when competency has been demonstrated.
• Maintain immunization inventory, monitor expiration dates, and administer immunizations when applicable and appropriately qualified.
• Support departmental quality and safety initiatives, including use of two patient identifiers and proper hand hygiene.
• Assist junior Medical Assistants with day-to-day questions and contribute to onboarding and training.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Medical Assisting preferred.
- One to two years of direct Medical Assistant experience or related medical field experience required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
- Certified Medical Assistant national certification preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and customer-service skills.
- Confidence managing competing priorities in a busy clinical environment, including a high volume of phone calls.
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality requirements.
- Ability to obtain vital signs and manual blood pressure readings and collect blood samples and other specimens.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, protocols, electronic health record systems, and medical office software.
- Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and effective time management.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Why Join Mass General Brigham?
Our employees are our most important resource. We offer a comprehensive, contemporary, and highly competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- A robust retirement savings program
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition assistance and professional development support
- Additional employee perks
Ready to make a difference? Join a supportive team where your work helps create an exceptional experience for patients every day. Come be part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine—where every role matters in changing lives.
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$22.75 - $24.94/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
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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