ClinicalPractice Assistant Lead
Peabody, MA - USA
Job Summary
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
Oversees the day-to-day administrative operations of an outpatient clinic or physician practice to ensure efficient workflow high-quality patient service and smooth office operations. Supports leadership by coordinating daily staff activities prioritizing work assignments troubleshooting operational issues and serving as a resource to team members. Provides guidance and training to staff while maintaining strong knowledge of scheduling registration and billing systems. May act as backup support for a Supervisor or Manager as needed.Essential Functions
Coordinates and supports daily operations of the clinic or practice to ensure efficient workflow and excellent patient service.
Assists with assigning and prioritizing staff workflow to meet operational needs.
Troubleshoots scheduling registration billing and operational issues escalating concerns when appropriate.
Provides backup support for leadership including Supervisors and Managers as needed.
Serves as a Super User for scheduling registration and billing systems offering guidance and training to staff.
Assists in onboarding orientation and ongoing training of new and existing team members.
Performs advanced or specialized administrative functions such as surgical scheduling provider schedule changes and template/block management.
Provides backup coverage for clerical staff by performing routine administrative and front desk duties.
Schedules patient appointments maintains accurate appointment records and ensures timely follow-up.
Processes patient billing forms and scans documents into the electronic medical record system (LMR/EMR).
Requests and follows up on patient medical records referrals and laboratory test results.
Opens distributes and manages incoming mail faxes and other correspondence.
Prepares and types forms records schedules memos and other documents as directed.
Provides day-to-day functional guidance and support to team members.
Assists leadership with monitoring daily activities and staff productivity within the practice.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No.
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) from an accredited certifying body preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 57 years of office or administrative experience required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related office applications.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience guiding or supporting teams.
- Ability to effectively collaborate with staff at all organizational levels.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities deadlines and a fast-paced work environment.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
We are currently hiring a full-time 40-hour Lead Clinic/Practice Assistant to work on-site at 4 Centennial Drive in Peabody Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Our Practice Assistants play an essential role in delivering high-quality care and ensuring an exceptional experience for our patients.
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$25.99 - $37.83/HourlyGrade
6EEO 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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.