Medical Assistant - Research

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Job Type: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Join the growing BILH team and make a difference in people's lives.

Collaborate with the investigator team to provide research clinical support and care. The Medical Assistant - Research performs activities during participant visits in a research setting, involving interaction with diverse populations including research teams, study participants, medical staff, and personnel. The role works under the direction of research investigators, physicians, and/or nurses to perform clinical activities in accordance with research protocols.

Activities requiring licensure are not included. Locations include BIDMC East Campus and Bowdoin Street Health Center.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform research support activities such as vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, monitoring participants, and managing physiologic equipment for data collection.
• Assist during routine procedures, gather and communicate accurate participant information, perform lab tests, and process specimens.
• Provide instructions for tests and procedures, schedule follow-ups, and collaborate with RNs on care plans. Maintain competencies as delegated.
• Ensure participant safety by implementing safety interventions and reporting activities to the RN.
• Escort participants to ancillary services, support activities as requested, attend trainings, and participate in staff meetings.
• Perform duties in clinical research areas as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support certification or obtain within 30 days.
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate web applications.
• At least 5 months of direct patient care in clinical or research settings, such as MA, PCT, CNA, or nursing/medical student with clinical rotation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Healthcare or related field, MA, EMT, CNA, or LNA certification.
• Phlebotomy certification.

Competencies:

• Decision Making, Problem Solving, Independence, Communication, Knowledge, Teamwork, Customer Service – with detailed descriptions.

Age-Based Competencies:

Ability to provide patient care to young adults (16-30) and middle-aged adults (30-60).

Physical Nature of the Job:

Medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently, requiring standing and movement.

All staff must be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Join a team of over 35,000 healthcare professionals making a difference. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.