Gastroenterology Physician Salary in Boston, MA

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, follow established policies and procedures to perform a variety of highly advanced technical and clerical support tasks that are vital to the operation of the pharmacy department. Tasks include responsibilities of technical training, compliance, and participation in departmental projects and initiatives. This requires successful experience and documented performance in focused key activities. These tasks are designed to support the department in the preparation and delivery of pharmaceutical supplies and medications in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and other regulatory agencies as applicable. Most tasks require the review and authorization of a licensed pharmacist.The Massachusetts General Hospital's Division of Gastroenterology offers comprehensive care, patient centered care to meet the needs of a variety of patients with complex Gastrointestinal disease. Our team-based approach offers the opportunity to ensure our patients needs and offers professional satisfaction for our team members in making a difference in the lives of the patients we serve. To better optimize medication access for our patients, we are looking to expand our multidisciplinary team and recruit for a Medication Access Pharmacy Technician. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work with physicians, nurses, and pharmacists to ensure that each patient receives the medications they need at the appropriate time:§ Review medication regimen with patient and verify insurance and benefit information§ Review and manage refill requests from patients by ensuring laboratory work and appointments for future visits are up-to-date per standard clinic protocol/workflows § Assesses patient's medication adherence and knowledge about each medication through use of open-ended questions and motivational interviewing§ Monitor patient concerns, charts, and profiles to meet medication therapy needs§ Obtain patient immunization history§ Answer patient questions about the service, insurance issues, and financial assistance needs§ Ensure all questions are answered timely and accurately§ Ensure clinical questions are appropriately escalated§ Contact pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and ambulatory clinics to obtain additional information and confirm information provided by the patient§ Obtain medication allergy history and related reactions to the medication§ Use good judgement to assess accuracy of each medication by reviewing medication dose, route, frequency, and indication for use§ Review appropriate information with members of the care team where applicable40%Medication Finance, Procurement, and Assistance: § Responsible for obtaining all medication prior authorizations § Research and review prescription benefit coverage to assist patients and meet individual needs § Must be able and willingly to call pharmacy, patient and insurance when needed in order to successfully complete PAs§ Must be able to communicate effectively with providers and office staff through email and phone calls regarding any issue with the PA process and/or individual patients, such as incomplete information, answering status questions, denials etc.§ Coordinate drug procurement operations and inventory management § Maintain purchase records, invoices, and inventory control reports § Understand CMS regulations and billing guidelines as they pertain patient pharmacy benefits§ Understand billing primary, secondary, and tertiary insurance claims§ Resolve any billing issues and obtain Prior Authorizations for medications§ Obtain benefit information and verify patient insurance eligibility and level of coverage§ Must determine which PAs require escalation or further assistance from management 50%Informatics and Automation: § Navigate electronic medical records with proficiency§ Document information gathered appropriately using approved templates § Work with Excel® and other databases to track utilization§ Relay medication information accurately and efficiently to pharmacy, nursing, and medical teams Quality and Safety: § Contribute to institutional and departmental policies and procedures development and implementation§ Demonstrate accountability and ownership of job responsibilities§ Exhibit and promote professional behaviors and attitudes related to communication, punctuality, workplace attire, personal internet or phone use, and teamwork§ Lead departmental and institutional patient safety initiatives§ Encourage reporting of safety issues identified during job responsibilities and applicable follow-up§ Assist in maintaining statistics, data metrics, and workload productivity as applicable§ Compile, analyze, and report department-specific productivity or workload data for pharmacy leadership§ Provide caring service, adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served§ Improve processes to facilitate communication and service between patient, and clinic, infusion center and discharge pharmacy teams to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medicationsStaffing and Competency: § Required to be self-motivated, working with various systems, working with patients and caregivers§ Establishing a relationship with other health care professionals§ Expected to perform work in accordance with defined standard operating procedures§ Serves as a liaison to other pharmacy divisions, nursing, and clinicians across the institution§ Acts as a positive role model for other staff members§ Demonstrates mutual respect and cooperation with others§ Flexibility in work assignments and adaptability as needs change§ Comfortable working autonomously§ Ability to think broadly and longitudinally, constantly assessing and anticipating the needs of the patient and the practice environment§ Must be flexible to accommodate patients' immediate needs§ Seeks to understand and value differences between employees§ Treats other employees with dignity and respect§ Demonstrates open, honest communication and behavior§ Resolves conflict in a positive manner§ Able to work independently, accountable for work, and manage workload§ Provide training and or education to new staff related to medication accessQualifications SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED § Exceptional customer service skills, ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, caretakers, staff, and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. § Ability to remain calm in stressful situation.§ Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.§ Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in written form with both internal and external customers.§ Ability to effectively learn and perform multiple tasks, and organize work in a systematic and efficient fashion, operates with consistency and integrity.§ Ability to follow complex instructions and procedures, with close attention to detail § Understanding of HIPAA privacy rules and will use discretion when discussing patient related information that is confidential in nature as needed to perform duties § Ability to meet deadlines, has problem identification and solving skills.§ Must have a strong desire to continually learn and a progressive mindset of continual process improvement.§ Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work with general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations.§ Ability to operate general office machines such as computers, facsimiles, copiers, and scanners.§ Completion of appropriate on-site EPIC® training to perform the duties of this position.§ Upon departmental orientation and annually thereafter, must complete annual hospital required training.§ Ability to effectively manage day-to-day work responsibilities and take initiative with minimal supervision, be self-motivated and resourceful, have sufficient knowledge to answer questions and find required resources of information.§ Advanced skill with basic office software applications including Excel®, Word®, and PowerPoint® is essential.LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS MA Pharmacy Technician License requiredNational certification required.EDUCATIONMinimum Required:FORMCHECKBOX FFFFFFFF650000001400060043006800650063006B003100000001000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 High school diploma, GED or equivalentFORMCHECKBOX FFFFFFFF6500000014000000000001000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 Preferred: FORMCHECKBOX FFFFFFFF650000001400060043006800650063006B003100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 Bachelor's DegreeFORMCHECKBOX FFFFFFFF6500000014000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 EXPERIENCE Required: Previous hospital or clinic-based experience (3-5 years), formal training, or completion of a pharmacy technician training program Preferred: § Bachelor's degree and/or higher-level education or completed coursework.§ Prior experience with Prescription Assistance Programs§ Exposure to insurance benefits; ability to decipher insurance benefit information § Knowledge of third-party payers§ One (1) or more years of customer services experienceWORKING CONDITIONS There is opportunity for a hybrid arrangement which would allow for some remote work.The information contained in this document is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of individuals so classified

Day Shift, Per-diem. Monday-Friday. 8 or 10 hour shifts. Variable Start Times, from 6:00 am - 10:00 am.The GI technician performs a variety of duties in the GI Unit related to maintaining a safe, efficient and supportive environment for patients undergoing procedures in the Gastroenterology Unit with a focus on the Patient Family Centered Care model in an environment that exemplifies best practice. He/she will assist nurses and physicians in the care of these patients. The GI technician will procure and maintain equipment and supplies in collaboration with the Clinical Leader as well as perform secretarial duties as neededResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Maintains a clean, safe and organized environment for the cleaning and disinfection of scopesCleans and disinfects endoscopes using established guidelinesGreets patient and families in a professional mannerMaintains and organizes supplies/ordering as neededStocks and sets up rooms for the next dayAssists nursing staff to provide support to ensure efficient and confidential flow of information.Communicates patient information to licensed nurse in a timely mannerEnters accurate demographic information in to computer in procedure roomsAnswers telephone and screens calls in a courteous manner. Relays accurate messages to appropriate personnel.File and retrieve patient records, collate charts and deliver mail to mailroom.Assists nurses and physicians to facilitate efficient room turnover.Escorts patients to changing rooms. Assists patient with gowning and locking of valuables if necessary. Assists patients with redressing when appropriate to discharge.Assists the nurse with transfer of patients to procedure rooms from the waiting room and from the procedure room to the recovery areaGrade: 135Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171- bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive. At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required1 year prior experience as nursing assistant or medical technician preferredAdheres to all C.A.R.E. StandardsEEO Statement Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospitalis an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The selected candidate will work independently to coordinate clinical research projects under the direct supervision of the principal investigators, and with the support of an established team of clinical research coordinators. The candidate will be responsible for all study tasks related to Pancreatic diseases including, but not limited to various forms of pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, and possibly pancreatic cancer. The candidate will work with members from both the gastroenterology and surgical teams along with other members of the multidisciplinary clinical and research team. The candidate will work full time (40 hours/week) however the schedule will require flexibility and may include occasional evenings depending on time-management and patient schedules. The research studies will continue for approximately 2 years or more. This research environment is highly conducive to individuals interested in eventually pursing medical, graduate, or public health advanced degrees. There will be mentored opportunities for publication and presentation depending on the candidate's interest. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with patients and physicians, and it will provide foundational skills in conducting clinical research in a large, academic medical center. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Recruit and enroll eligible study participants from clinics throughout the hospital• Arrange and conduct initial interviews of study subjects and evaluate criteria for inclusion/exclusion • Take subject vital signs; draw blood samples and perform sample processing • Perform Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process by preparing protocol applications, amendments, safety reports, adverse event reports and other documents• Capture clinical information from record review and patient interview into study database• Perform bio-specimen processing, aliquoting, tracking and shipping• Keep bio-specimen electronic and physical inventories current and available• Manage and maintain regulatory documents for audit by FDA, as needed• Prepare and manage regulatory documents for audit by FDA, as needed • Act as primary study resource for laboratory staff, patients and families• Evaluate and update medical records and maintain study database• Coordinate subject care by scheduling and arranging follow-up visits, conducting follow-up telephone calls, and communicating concerns with the study investigator• Conduct regular review of study progress and follow-up• Attend weekly coordinator meetings, and prepare weekly reports of work performed The Clinical Research Coordinator II should also possess:Ability to work independently and as a team player Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems Ability to interpret acceptability of data results Working knowledge of data management program SKILLS, ABILITIES, COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in English• Ability to manage time effectively• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member• Ability to maintain accurate records• Ability to organize, analyze, summarize, and present data• Experience in a clinical environment or biobanking preferred• Experience and proficiency in biospecimen (blood, stool, tissue, urine) handling preferred, but not requiredQualifications EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required. B.A/B.S minimum 1-year experience is required for CRC II positionEXPERIENCE: • Background in biology, immunology, biochemistry, biostatistics, epidemiology or related pre-medicine discipline preferred, but not required• Experience in a clinical research environment or with specimen biobanking preferredThose with a minimum of 1-2 years of directly related work experience will be considered for a Clinical Research Coordinator II position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):A Clinical Research Coordinator I does not have any supervisory responsibility. A Clinical Research Coordinator II may assist with the training and orientation of new staff members.EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Under the clinical direction of the Gastroenterology Nurse Manager and in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts governing Nursing practice. The Per Diem Gastroenterology triage nurse will be responsible for the care of patients within the GI Clinic when coverage of Full-time staff is needed to ensure the seamless care of our patient population. We are looking for an RN who has experience within a Gastroenterology outpatient clinic and who is familiar with working in a tertiary/academic hospital setting. This role demands quick decision-making skills, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to manage a high volume of patient inquiries. The ideal candidate will be versatile and willing to function in a variety of roles. This position is per diem, requiring flexibility in scheduling based on the needs of the Practice. RESPONSIBILITIESReceive and manage incoming calls, in-basket messages, and patient gateways from patients seeking advice, guidance, or assistance related to gastroenterological symptoms, medications, or post-procedure concerns.Triage patient concerns via telephone, patient gateway and in the clinic. Assess patients' symptoms, gather relevant information, and provide appropriate recommendations or instructions following established protocols and guidelines.Effectively and in a timely manner documents nursing phone and chart review assessment, in the electronic medical record as appropriate.Relays clinical issues to the appropriate physician in accordance with established algorithms and clinical protocols.Responds to patients to communicate and explain any recommendations made by providers.Responsible for educating patients regarding medical management of their diseases including medication options, effects, side effects, and therapeutic responses to medications. Provides self-injection education sessions for patients both in person and virtually.Performs in clinic injections/ vaccinations as needed.Assist Providers in coordinating patient care, including facilitating prior authorizations, establishing care with local facilities, and communicating with community providers.Coordinates appropriate scheduling of testing and follow-up assessments.Works to ensure prescriptions are refilled in a timely fashion; lab results are reviewed, and results disseminated to patients.Ensures that referrals to other specialists, radiological, endoscopic and laboratory testing are coordinated with patients and office staff.Assists with letters of medical necessity for prior authorizations, disability forms, and FMLA forms. Act as a resource regarding complex medications for patients and their families, including information regarding co-pay assistance programs, grants, and available community resources.Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Massachusetts RN licensure required.Experience working as a GI triage nurse in an Ambulatory setting required.Experience working with Epic required.Experience working in a tertiary/academic medical center preferred.Excellent communication skills when working with peers and patients.Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Office, Excel, and Teams SKILLS AND ABILITIESAble to prioritize promptly to respond to competing demands with a complex patient populationMaintain clear communications with other members of the health care team.Acts independently, but, more importantly, will function as a member of our health care team. The nurse should maintain a level of professionalism that communicates our philosophy of caring for all our patients and /or colleagues with respect as an integral process of our mission as we care for patients.Utilizes good judgment in the resolution of clinical and non-clinical problems.Exceptional computer skillsPersonnel Management: Ability to coordinate among diverse constituents.Discretion and Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters discreetly and to ensure confidentiality guidelines are maintained by staff.Safety/Compliance: Knowledge in aspects of safety applicable to position; Knowledge of and compliance with institutional, JCAHO, HIPAA, and other regulatory bodies' standards.Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and ability to organize time and priorities effectively, asking for direction when appropriate. Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures. Skills to work efficiently and effectively and strive to do so in all aspects of positionAbility to manage resources effectively and to ensure accurate and compliant billing processes.EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree required.This role is a hybrid nursing role, which will primarily be remote but may require 2 days on site per week based on nursing coverage. Hours would vary depending on coverage needs. Primary work hours will be during clinic hours of 8:00am to 4:30pm.**Please note that this position may require periodic travel to the Waltham, Danvers and Boston locations**The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities, or skills of personnel so classified.EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

What does an Administrative Assistant II do? The Administrative Assistant II provides all required administrative support for multiple physicians. Additionally, the position supports a broad range of clinical, operational, programmatic and network development. This individual will require a high degree of organization and the ability to prioritize assignments and will be required to use a high level of judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.Schedule: OnsiteThe individual can expect to work 100% onsite.Benefits: • Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b retirement and match, Pension, STD, LTD• PTO - 29 days per year• Weekly pay• Discounted MBTA pass• Education ReimbursementWhat does a day look like in this role? Perform duties under moderate supervision with intermediate to advanced proficiency in administrative skills.Provide routine and more complex administrative support such as: typing memos and letters, answering telephones, and taking and distributing messages.Coordinate calendar and schedules including coordinate calendars for several managers or coordinates events for department.Proofread and edit manuscripts, perform library or literature searches, and help to create and edit presentation materials. Work with less direction with ability to create more advanced material.Helps to prepare and edit grant applications and other related materials with less direction and more applicable knowledge of the process.Perform transcription of dictated physician notes.Assist with training and orienting staff as needed.Provide cross coverage as needed.Assist with special projects as directed.Follow HIPAA guidelines for the management of patient privacy and confidentiality.Other duties, as assigned.Interactions/Interpersonal Skills:Knowledge of practice operations and standards.Understanding of procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing, and faxing.Ability to use phone system and handle more complex calls and give more detailed information.Ability to interpret information as appropriate, answer more complex questions in the most professional manner and communicate in a professional, courteous, clear, and concise manner.Ability to manage work processes in a neat and orderly way and to sort and alphabetize. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems.Ability to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively in writing (via e-mail, memo, or interoffice note) and to take complete and accurate messages. May respond directly on behalf of manager/provider without direction or instruction.Ability to type and enter data effectively and at a more advanced level.Intermediate level computer skills including the ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.Intermediate understanding and use of medical terminology.Intermediate comprehension of billing and fiscal information.Knowledgeable and compliant with all hospital, State and Federal requirements (where applicable to job performance), including policy and procedures with The Joint Commission and HIPAA.Qualifications What we need from you: Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.Minimum two years applicable work experience required.Some additional training in office systems or other post high school education preferred.EEO Statement BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

We are tackling one of the largest problems in healthcare. In autoimmune conditions, a common clinical practice includes trial-and-error approaches to determine the right therapy for a patient. At Scipher Medicine, we are developing an innovative portfolio of personalized medicine solutions in complex diseases. Scipher's platform identifies and guides physicians towards a more targeted approach to determine the best treatment for their patients, based on their patient's own fundamental disease biology. We have a growing pipeline of products being developed and the potential to predict which therapies patients will respond to, ensuring optimal treatment is prescribed from day one. This includes PrismRA, a precision medicine test that helps guide healthcare providers' treatment decisions in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Pipeline indications span the autoimmune and immune-mediated disease space.POSITION OVERVIEWThe individual will lead and drive strategic direction for clinical utility efforts, including the design, execution, and presentation demonstrating impact of precision medicine tests in patient care and health ecosystems. These post-market analyses will align with the company's commercialized precision medicine tests in autoimmune diseases. In addition, the role will design clinical validation studies across pipeline indications spanning inflammatory bowel disease, psoriatic arthritis, and other autoimmune/immune-mediated conditions. This individual will be integral in developing the evidence package that addresses key evidence gaps and strategy for pipeline indications (e.g., clinical and economic impact, patient journey and perspective, comparative effectiveness research). Position involves the ability to independently evaluate, discuss, present, and explain material of moderate to high complexity.RESPONSIBILITIES• Strategic design of global data generation efforts across precision medicine test indications, including data generation efforts across product development phases• Devise, formulate and execute investigative analyses to support continuing evidence programs for post-market clinical follow-up studies, including scope, feasibility, cost, and timing for conduct of study analyses• Devise and formulate prospective clinical validation studies across pipeline indications. • Work in concert with clinical operations teams executing prospective study design and draft all study related documents• Assist as medical representative for ongoing prospective studies• Assist the development of publication of findings at conferences and in peer-reviewed literature, in collaboration with Medical Affairs and Medical Writing team• Lead analysis projects, including design and interpretation of clinical research and clinical utility studies• Consult as needed in strategic design of investigator sponsored studies and other investigator initiated studies• Act as a key intermediary and create alignment between Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, and Data Science teams, as it pertains to gap analyses and development of new analysis plans• Gather and evaluate existing clinical evidence and gaps in information to form a foundation for decision making during analysis planning and execution• Oversee review and cataloguing of documents related to analysis plan designs, study synopses, technical files, and literature to ensure robust planning • Maintain expert knowledge of products, disease indication and regulatory standards• Work proactively and collaboratively with external and internal stakeholders and vendors to achieve research objectivesQUALIFICATIONS• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in a relevant scientific/clinical/medical field.• Preference given to candidates with past experiences in rheumatology and gastroenterology experience in therapeutics and/or devices• 3+ years of postdoc or prior industry clinical development research and leadership experience preferred• Prior experience with human subject research required• Excellent project management, communication, and cross functional relationship building skills• Demonstrated strength in communication and relaying technical information accurately and concisely• Leadership experience at level of managing multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities• History or strong understanding of working in a start-up environment• Ability to manage a team and prioritize efforts with competing resources efficientlyScipher is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health's 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country. SUMMARYUnder general supervision, performs expanded and advanced level medical assistant duties including but not limited to identifying and resolving concerns regarding patient satisfaction, patient flow, and compliance with procedures and guidelines. Typically provides direct clinical support to one or more clinicians. Demonstrating a high level of competence provides back-up coverage for support staff. Works to improve clinical efficiencies of the operation by determining urgency and priority of walk-ins, add-on patients and patient consults. Provides direct clinical and clerical support to clinicians. In some cases may support more than one department. EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification required. Associate's degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant certification program preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty. A bachelor's or other non-clinical degree combined with an interest in healthcare and excellent problem-solving, multi-tasking, technology-literate skill sets can at times be substituted for medical assistant certification or work experience.EXPERIENCEExperience acquired through three years in a clinical setting with at least one as a Medical Assistant. Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs. Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience required. SKILLSAble to communicate in a professional and appropriate manner. Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management, and organizational skills required. Ability to be a quick thinker and relate to all levels of staff and patients highly important. Ability to prioritize work throughout the day in a busy environment. Benefits Include:Up to 8% company retirement contribution,Generous Paid Time Off10 paid holidays,Paid professional development,Generous health and welfare benefit package.Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity. Atrius Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).VEVRAA Federal ContractorRequest Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the statePDN-9bd5600c-97f4-4158-a916-236f2508914f

*Sign on bonus of $750 if candidate meets requirement*The medical assistant is responsible for providing the necessary services to support the physicians and to keep the facility running smoothly. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the medical assistant will be an integral member of the clinical team, working together to provide superior care and service a panel of gastroenterology patients. The medical assistant will be expected to have a global view of the day and support the patient, provider, and other members of the GI team to provide patients with comprehensive/effective visits and complete the tasks of the day as efficiently as possible. Active participation in patient care including rooming patients and performing phlebotomy including proper identification and handling of specimens ; assists with preliminary visit by confirming patient's full name and date of birth, and documenting current medications and prescriptions that need to be renewed; measures and documents patient vital signs in the electronic medical record ( EPIC); instructs patient how to prepare for the physician, assisting as necessary; anticipates and sets up special equipment and/or supplies needed for the visit; alerts physician when patient is ready and communicates pertinent clinical information; assists patient through check-out process, if applicable, when visit is complete. Coordinate practice activities with physician and team to insure appropriate level and quality of services including maintaining supplies of medications, vaccines, and equipment. Confirms new patient appointments and reviews medication list in advance. Pre Visit responsibilities includes proactive coordination and preparation of outside medical documents and lab results are in Epic, patient's medical chart. Uploads images and ensures records are available prior to the start of each clinic day. Post Visit responsibilities include following up on labs, imaging and tests are ordered in preparation for next visit. Obtain prior authorizations for radiology studies.Overall responsibility for the flow of the providers' patient care sessions. Providing needed information to the front desk staff concerning the work flow in the patient care area and keeping the provider informed of any issues that affect the efficiency of the clinical flow. Accurately uses the EPIC Patient Tracking system and Wait Time Board.Demonstrates a strong sense of shared responsibility to maintain a clean environment by ensuring exam rooms are clean and appropriately stocked with supplies on a daily basis.Demonstrates a strong sense of shared responsibility in maintaining clinical equipment including vital sign machines, scales and V Pop machines.Responsible for contacting Bio-Med for any broken machines that is registered with the Bio-Medical Engineering department. Covers medical assistant shortages in other areas of GI as needed. Promotes patient/customer satisfaction by interacting with patients and coworkers in a professional and courteous manner.Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program Associate's Degree required. Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a medical or healthcare setting, with specific experience in the outpatient/ambulatory care setting.Self-motivator. Requires a high level of empathy, compassion and confidentiality. Ability to take initiative and exercise judgment required.Works well both independently and as part of a team.Good command of the English language, including medical and scientific terminology.Demonstrates intellectual independence and initiative and has a desire to learn and develop new skills and better methods of completing work efforts. Flexibility and proven ability to handle multiple tasks. Must have the ability to function in a fast-paced environment and manage competing demands effectively.Experience with common PC computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Comfortable in a practice environment/culture that promotes ongoing change toward process improvement.Phlebotomy experience preferred. Perform ancillary services including EKG, urinalysis, stool guaiac testing and all others as directed by provider. Shared responsibility for orienting all newly hired and temporary Medical Assistants. Ability to travel to offsite practices for coverage, meetings or training.Intermediate to advanced PC skills (MS Office, Windows) required. Prior experience with MGH systems (EPIC, Outlook) helpful but not essential.Prior experience working directly with physicians.Experience in working in a large, complicated organization is a plus.EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: We are looking for a hire of a clinical research coordinator interested in colorectal cancer screening, health equity, community health, and social determinants of health to work on a research study funded by the American College of Gastroenterology under the direction of Dr. Adjoa Anyane-Yeboa who is faculty in the Division of Gastroenterology and the Clinical Translational Epidemiology Unit, in the Department of Medicine's Mongan Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital. The selected candidate will work independently to coordinate clinical research projects under the direct supervision of the principal investigator. The position will mainly support a research project aimed to increase the uptake of colorectal cancer screening at a community health center in Boston. We will 1) distribute an electronic survey to health center staff; 2) perform interviews of patients and key personnel at the health center, and 3) develop and test new workflows to increase uptake of screening at the health center. The candidate will also be expected to assist with other research projects and administrative tasks as needed. The candidate will work full time (40 hours/week). The research studies will continue for approximately 5 years or more. This research environment is highly conducive to individuals interested in eventually pursing medical, graduate, or public health advanced degrees. There will be mentored opportunities for publication and presentation depending on the candidate's interest. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with patients, staff, and physicians, and it will provide foundational skills in conducting clinical research in a large, academic medical center and in partnership with community health centers. Desired start date is June 2024, with flexibility pending applicant's availability. Massachusetts General Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Persons from underrepresented minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Please note, the functions below are representative of major duties that are typically associated with these positions. Specific responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Similarly, not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position. Coordinate research and administrative activities, ensuring all projects and tasks are completed according to project/study timelines. 2. Assist in the development and management of Institutional Review Board (IRB) materials and coordinate with study IRBs regarding protocols and requirementsSchedule, organize and attend regular project meetings with research team and collaborators, preparing and distributing agendas, meeting materials and minutes. Monitor action items to ensure objectives have been met within designated time frame, coordinate follow-up activities.4. Assist in the development of research materials which may include study protocols, recruitment materials, informed consent, questionnaires, interview scripts, data collection instruments, and educational materials. Develop, review, edit, and revise administrative materials.Monitor contractual deliverables and other project goals and timelines and collaborate to troubleshoot problems. Coordinate data collection activities including fielding surveys and assisting with interviews and focus groups. Assist with grant/contract application and renewal processes, including budget development and writing portions of grants/contracts as required (human subjects, budget justifications). Coordinate the submission of study results, articles, conference abstracts/presentations and manuscripts for publication. Serve as project/study liaison, representing the study to community stakeholders, study participants, collaborators, study sponsors, and other Center departments. Prepare and maintain project tracking documents including dashboards and reports and research related regulatory files. Produce special and recurring reports for investigators and funding agencies. Perform other administrative, research and operational responsibilities as required.13. Conducting literature reviews and generating summaries for use in grants, abstracts and manuscriptsA Clinical Research Coordinator II performs the duties of a Clinical Research Coordinator I (above) and may also:Maintain research data, patient fields, regulatory binders and study databases Perform data analysis and QA/QC data checks Organize and interpret data Develop and implement recruitment strategies Act as a study resource for patient and family Monitor and evaluation lab and procedure data Evaluate study questionnaires Contribute to protocol recommendations Assist with preparation of annual review May assist PI to prepare complete study reports SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills • High-level of attention to detailProficient with computer systems and software )Microsoft applications: Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) are required. Knowledge of Redcap is a plus.• Ability to manage time effectively• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member• Ability to maintain accurate records• Ability to organize, analyze, summarize, and present data effectively • Experience in a clinical environment preferred• Past experience in research/public health desirableThe Clinical Research Coordinator II should also possess:Ability to work independently and as a team player Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems Ability to interpret acceptability of data results Working knowledge of data management program Qualifications EDUCATION: B.A./B.S. degree requiredB.A./B.S., minimum 1-year experience is required for CRC II positionEXPERIENCE: Background in public health or related pre-medicine discipline preferred, but not requiredNew graduates with some relevant course/project work or those without any prior research experience will be considered for the Clinical Research Coordinator I position outlined above. Those with a minimum of 1-2 years of directly related work experience will be considered for a Clinical Research Coordinator II position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):A Clinical Research Coordinator I does not have any supervisory responsibility. A Clinical Research Coordinator II may assist with the training and orientation of new staff members.EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.