Medical Assistant I- Breast/General Surgery - Atrius Health

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Medical Assistant I- BreastGeneral Surgery - Atrius Health Requisition number 2350423 Job category Healthcare Delivery Primary location Dedham MA Date posted 03172026 Overtime status Non-exempt Travel No Share this jobFacebookXLinkedInEmailExplore opportunities at Atrius Health part of the Optum family of businesses. Were an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice delivering an effective connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers physicians APNPs and ancillary clinicians works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As the Medical Assistant you will assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests in the exam room. Advises patients of preparation and testing required for exams. Ensures all pre-visit work required for exam is completed and that lab and other test results are available in the electronic medical record EMR. You will also provide direct clinical support to one or more assigned clinicians.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvides efficient flow of patients to optimize patient appointment availabilityGreets and escorts patients to exam rooms according to policy and proceduresPrepare patient for examination Measures vital signs such as blood pressure pulse rate weight and heightAssist clinicians with routine clinical procedures andor additional tests specific to the department. Advises patients of preparation or pre-visit testing required for exams specific to the departmentEnsures patients electronic medical record EMR is updated with medical information including recent testing and consultations including confirming demographic information medications allergies and chief medical complaints and ensuring the EMR patient data is accurate and up to dateKeeps patients informed of visit status unforeseen delays and other relevant informationReconcile medications and sets up pending refills. Discontinues prescriptions that are no longer activeAssists in resolving minor patients concerns and complaints as appropriateOrders and performs point of care testing on patients classified as waived testing e.g. strep urine hcg and glucose testingYoull be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide