Medical Assistant Apprentice Program, Primary Care
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
Outstanding primary care is foundational to the health of the patients we serve and fundamental to our mission as an academic health system. At Mass General Brigham, we are making a systemwide commitment to transform primary care through thoughtful redesign and greater integration across our primary care sites.Supporting this vision means investing in the next generation of primary care professionals. Our Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program creates an opportunity to build the skills, experience, and confidence needed to begin a rewarding career in patient care.
To help advance this vision, this is an entry-level, work-and-learn Medical Assistant Apprentice role that integrates classroom learning with supervised clinical training in a fast-paced ambulatory care environment. The program is a 40-hour per week commitment, with days for classroom instruction, clinical skills labs, and immersive on-the-job training within a community-based ambulatory practice.
Apprentices will be matched to a practice location within the greater Boston area based on clinical needs, program requirements, and site availability. Upon successful completion of the entire 22-week program, the goal is for each apprentice to transition into a Medical Assistant role within the Mass General Brigham System!
Summary
This position is an entry-level, work-and-learn role that combines entry-level Medical Assistant work, classroom instruction, and supervised clinical training. The individual performs gradually increasing Medical Assistant responsibilities as they build skills through classwork and clinical training. This role supports healthcare teams by assisting with both clinical and non-clinical patient services under the direction of healthcare providers. Key responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting patient information, scheduling appointments, and managing patient flow. This role involves direct interaction with patients to ensure their comfort and address concerns, as well as collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to facilitate efficient care.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
-Show patients to examination rooms and prepare necessary equipment for healthcare providers.
-Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
-Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms. Acts as a liaison with other departments and advocates for patients with a positive customer service approach.
-Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
-Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean and supplies stocked.
-Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
Qualifications
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Experience Healthcare or customer service experience 0-1 year preferred
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
No experience? No problem! This program is designed for individuals who are passionate about healthcare and ready to learn. We provide the training, support, and hands-on experience needed to build a successful Medical Assistant career within Primary Care at Mass General Brigham!
At Mass General Brigham, our employees are our most important resource. We are committed to ensuring employees have access to a benefits package that is comprehensive, contemporary, and highly competitive. We offer a full range of benefits that meet the needs of you and your family, including programs to support your health, financial well-being, and life.
Offerings include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- A robust retirement savings program
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition assistance and professional development support
- And other perks!
Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives!
Remote Type
Work Location
Pay Range
$20.00 - $23.20/Hourly
Grade
2
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