Full-Time On-Site Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

Griffin Hospital; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Health in Derby, CT, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support on-site patient care in Shelton. You will organize patient flow, prepare exam rooms, document histories, collect specimens, and assist clinicians during visits.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, EMR experience, and strong customer service. Surgical office experience is a plus. We offer a supportive environment with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service and multi-tasking abilities.
• Experience with electronic medical records is required.
• Ability to manage patient flow and assist clinicians during visits.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient flow and prepare exam rooms.
• Document patient history, charting, collect specimens, and relay instructions.
• Screen patients, take vitals, assist with exams and procedures.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and handle referrals and authorizations.
• Maintain and update patient records and manage inventory of supplies.
• Obtain prior authorizations and book surgeries as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Griffin Health in Derby, CT, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support on-site patient care in Shelton. You will organize patient flow, prepare exam rooms, document histories, collect specimens, and assist clinicians during visits.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, EMR experience, and strong customer service. Surgical office experience is a plus. We offer a supportive environment with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.