Medical Assistant Apprentice Program, Primary Care

Location: Somerville-MA, United States of America

Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group, 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

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

Onsite

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Pay Range

$20.00 - $23.20/Hourly

Grade

2

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

0400 Mass General Brigham Medical Group, 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, ge