# Medical Assistant - Allergy & Immunology

**Company:** [Western Massachusetts Allergy](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/8z7UqHh8aaKryxTCbg1NDZ.md)
**Location:** Springfield, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

Western Massachusetts Allergy, LLC is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for our Allergy and Immunology practice in Springfield, MA. We are searching for a friendly candidate with the ability to work comfortably with adults and children, who is excited to help patients, able to work independently and as part of a team, and with a drive for continual improvement. The practice uses a modern EHR (eClinicalWorks) with the goal of automating repeated processes, facilitating communication, and reducing paperwork.

**Primary Responsibilities**

-   Preparing patient rooms
-   Taking vital signs and gathering medical history using a standardized intake form
-   Performing allergy testing (skin prick, intradermal, patch)
-   Responding to patient messages through portal/phone
-   Managing patient prescriptions, refills, and prior authorizations
-   Commitment to providing excellent patient care

_This description is intended to provide a basic guideline for meeting the job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and working conditions may change as needs evolve._

**Work Schedule**

-   Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm (fixed schedule, no evenings)

## Requirements

-   **Work experience as a Medical Assistant required - minimum 1 year required**
-   Allergy or immunology experience **strongly preferred**
-   Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) **strongly preferred**
-   Spanish language proficiency **strongly preferred** — candidates with demonstrated fluency will receive additional compensation incentives
-   Must demonstrate good computer skills and be able to embrace new technologies
-   Current CPR/BLS certification required
-   Experience implementing new processes and process improvement from a productivity standpoint
-   Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, both written and spoken
-   Strong time management, technical, and organizational skills; ability to work independently and within a team
-   Excellent attendance and work ethic
-   Positive attitude and desire to contribute to the success of the practice

## Benefits

-   401(k)
-   Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
-   Life and Disability Insurance
-   Paid time off/Sick Days
-   Generous Paid Holidays
-   Personal improvement stipend
-   A happy, professional place to work!