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Practice Assistant II

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Newton
2014 Washington Street (Show on map)
Mar 12, 2026
The Clinic/Practice Assistant II supports the day-to-day operations of a pediatric outpatient psychiatry clinic by performing a blend of routine clerical and administrative functions. Responsibilities include scheduling and front-desk operations, managing prior authorizations and clinical documentation (e.g., medication and ROI forms), coordinating Patient Gateway communications, maintaining calendars and records, and supporting overall clinic organization. The role also provides administrative coordination for special projects and community initiatives, including The Resilience Project, such as referral management, registration tracking, invoicing, event logistics, and related support. This is an in-person position for 32 hours per week, typically across four weekdays during standard clinic hours (8:30am-5:00pm). Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Certified Medical Administrative Assistant [CMAA] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience office experience 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Proficiency with all Office Suite, Knowledge of office operations and standards and understanding of office procedures including filing, copying, scanning, printing and faxing. - Ability to use phone system and manage more non-routine phone calls and solve routine issues as appropriate. - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience and talking to others to convey information effectively. - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents, to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively (including composing/editing e-mail, memos and letters), and to take complete and accurate messages. - Managing one's own time and the time of others. - Well organized and good time management skills to manage multiple tasks effectively, follow established protocols, and work within systems. Physical Requirements Standing Occasionally (3-33%) Walking Occasionally (3-33%) Sitting Constantly (67-100%) Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%) Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Occasionally (3-33%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%) Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Occasionally (3-33%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity 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.