Medical Assistant

Medi-Weightloss®; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and wellness company in Stamford, CT, is seeking a talented Medical Assistant to join their team. The role encompasses managing patient vitals, EKG, phlebotomy, and administrative duties such as answering calls and monitoring supplies. A Medical Assistant certification, experience with front office tasks including insurance, and strong clinical skills are essential. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming lives and enjoy career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Medical Assistant certification.
• Experience in front office duties including insurance and VOB.
• Proven clinical experience in EKG and phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals and perform EKG.
• Perform phlebotomy and administer IM injections.
• Document patient progress notes in the EMR.

Skills

Medical Assistant certification

Front office experience

Clinical experience in EKG

Phlebotomy skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Position

Medical Assistant

Company

Medi-Weightloss of Wilton & Stamford

About Us

Join our thriving team at Medi-Weightloss of Wilton & Stamford where we're dedicated to transforming lives by helping individuals achieve their health and weight loss goals. Our personalized medical weight loss programs, combined with a supportive and caring environment, make us a leader in the industry. We are seeking a talented and experienced Medical Assistant with front office expertise to enhance our team.

Why Join Us

• Dynamic Team Culture: Be part of a talented and collaborative team committed to excellence in patient care.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Thrive in an environment that values your skills and offers opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

Medical Assistant Primary Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role with primary responsibilities that include patient vitals, EKG, phlebotomy, and front office duties. We value team players with clinical skills and experience in insurance and VOB. Exercise knowledge a plus.

Medical Assistant Administrative Duties

• Utilize a multi-line phone system to answer and appropriately route all incoming calls.
• Conduct follow-up calls to discuss patient progress and address concerns.
• Refer non-routine, sensitive, or complex requests to the appropriate staff member.
• Ensure exceptional patient service by maintaining a friendly environment, greeting patients, and upholding outstanding standards.
• Assist with monitoring daily inventory levels of clinical and office supplies.
• Perform daily scanning and uploading of documents in patient files.
• Train additional staff on daily procedures when requested by the office manager and/or physician.
• Participate in clinic marketing efforts and provide ongoing support to promote clinic profitability and success.

Medical Assistant Clinical Duties (varied based on credentials)

• Obtain patient vitals, EKG, and perform phlebotomy.
• Administer IM injections.
• Prepare laboratory order forms and obtain patient laboratory results.
• Assist physicians or mid-level practitioners with patient referrals to other healthcare professionals.
• Document patient progress notes in the patient chart and/or EMR.
• Conduct follow-up calls to patients to discuss progress and address concerns.
• Perform other clinical duties as required.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification.
• Front office experience, including insurance and VOB knowledge.
• Clinical experience in EKG and phlebotomy.
• Prior experience and training in exercise (a plus).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.