Medical Assistant

Sports Medicine North; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Dynamic environment

Diverse network

Tools and programs to enhance employee

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Spire Orthopedic Partners is seeking an Experienced Medical Assistant to support pre-operative areas at ASC Stamford. This role handles patient intake, patient transport, supply management and coordination with RNs, while ensuring confidentiality and efficient OR flow.

Responsibilities include stocking, communicating with nursing staff, and assisting Circulating Nurse; requires High School diploma, BCLS certification, and medical office/computer skills; Monday–Friday schedule with some travel

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED. Medical Assistant certification preferred. Current BCLS.
• BCLS certification preferred within six (6) months of date of hire.
• Previous work experience in an acute-care facility or long-term setting preferred.
• Knowledge of computer tasks and programs (Microsoft Word and Excel).
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling or pushing of carts, equipment, etc. Must be able to bend at the waist; kneel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner.
• Ability to organize equipment, instruments, and supplies; manage time; handle stress.
• Telephone, scanner and fax machines and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supply pre-operative areas for patient OR attire and linens.
• Greet patients and aid with admitting under RN direction.
• Help maintain patient flow by providing clean stretchers and recliners.
• Communicate with nursing staff about arrivals, etc.
• Assist PACU staff in retrieving nourishment for patients.
• Help patients change into street clothes before discharge per PACU RN.
• Assist with patient transport via wheelchair after PACU.
• Store medical supplies in proper areas.
• Transport patients from pre-op to OR and OR to PACU as directed.
• Assist with OR room turnovers and cleaning after patient left.
• Run errands to hospital, lab, pharmacy, or OR as instructed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and medical records filing.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Current BCLS

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: ASC Stamford 3000 - Stamford, CT, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or Equivalent, Salary Range: $21.85 - $27.30Hourly, Travel Percentage: Some travel between company locations, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, late as needed.

Who we are:

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

What you’ll do:

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Monitor and supply the pre-operative areas for patient OR attire, extra linens (i.e. sheets, pillowcases, warm blankets) and other items needed for patient use.
• Greet designated patients, using customer-friendly approach, pre-operatively and aid with the admitting process under the direction of the Pre-operative Registered Nurse and always communicating with the Pre-operative Registered Nurse.
• Aid with continuous patient flow by providing pre-operative area with clean made-up stretchers and/or movable recliners, as necessary.
• Communicate pertinent general information to nursing staff as indicated (i.e. surgeon and/or anesthesia arrival, etc.).
• Assist PACU staff by retrieving nourishment for patients (i.e. crackers, cookies, soft drinks, etc.) at appropriate times under the direct supervision and instruction of the staff Registered Nurse.
• May help patients change into street clothes before discharge, upon discretion of the PACU staff Registered Nurse.
• Assist with patient transport via wheelchair upon discharge from PACU and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Provide help putting medical supplies away in general and sterile storage areas.
• Assist with removal of dirty linens, placing trash in appropriate receptacles, straighten PACU patient care areas, restock supplies as needed, clean stretchers with facility-approved agent and remake with clean linens after each use.
• Provide the Circulating Nurse assistance with transporting patients from pre-op to the OR and from the OR to PACU, as directed.
• Assist with OR room turnovers by mopping floor with facility-approved agent, wiping appropriate horizontal surfaces, and removing both clean and contaminated linens and waste, as needed, after patient leaves the OR and is taken to PACU.
• Run errands to various locations (i.e. hospital, lab, pharmacy, OR) as instructed per Clinical Director and/or Administrator.
• Always maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist in the business office with scheduling appointments, patient registration, medical record assembly and telephone coverage.
• Conduct job tasks with efficiency and professionalism.
• Maintain positive interpersonal communications between staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Who you are:

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility: High School diploma or GED. Medical Assistant certification preferred. Current BCLS.
• BCLS certification preferred within six (6) months of date of hire.
• Previous work experience in an acute-care facility or long-term setting preferred.
• Knowledge of computer tasks and programs (Microsoft word and excel).
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling or pushing of carts, equipment, etc. Must be able to bend body downward at the waist; be able to kneel.
• Interpersonal: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Demonstrates the ability to work well with other employees.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to organize equipment, instruments, and supplies. Ability to adhere to the work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks. Above average organization skills.
• Machines and Equipment: Telephone, scanner and fax.

What we offer:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic environment
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).