Medical Assistant

Griffin Hospital

Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Shelton, Connecticut
Contract type: Full time
Job Details

Description

Benefits:

  • 6 Federal Holidays Off!
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 403b Retirement Benefit
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Main Function

  • Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, accompanying patients to exam rooms.
  • Documents patient history, charting, collecting specimens, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting patients as necessary.
  • Performs patient screening, including documenting patient history, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining vitals. Assists doctor with physical exam and office procedures as necessary.
  • Assists office coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other administrative duties as needed.
  • Manages and updates patient medical records, manages referrals and prior authorizations.
  • Maintains inventory of clinical equipment and supplies, including ordering and restocking when necessary.
  • Obtain prior authorizations and book surgeries as needed.
  • Additional responsibilities as needed.
  • Required to float to other GFP offices/locations based on business need.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of recognized Medical Assistant/ Medical Office Assistant diploma program preferred.

Experience

  • Experience working in a surgical office strongly preferred.
  • Must possess strong customer service skills and must be able to multi-task.
  • Experience with electronic medical records is required.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
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