Medical Assistant - Full Time

Griffin Hospital; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient flow, prepare exam rooms, document history, collect specimens, and assist providers.

The role requires EMR experience, strong customer service, ability to multitask, and readiness to float to other GFP offices as needed. Competitive benefits accompany this community hospital position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; Medical Assistant diploma preferred.
• Experience in a surgical office is preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records is required.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow and preparing exam rooms.
• Documents patient history, charting, collecting specimens, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting patients as necessary.
• Performs patient screening, including documenting patient history and obtaining vitals; assists doctors with exams and procedures.
• Assists office coordinator with phones, scheduling, and other administrative duties.
• Manages and updates patient medical records, referrals, and prior authorizations.
• Maintains inventory of clinical equipment and supplies; orders and restocks as needed.
• Obtains prior authorizations and books surgeries as needed.
• Floats to other GFP offices/locations based on business needs.

Skills

Patient care

EMR experience

Medical office coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description
Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients.

Job Details
Description
Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients.
Griffin is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It is the only hospital to be named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for 10 consecutive years, and has been named a “World’s Best Hospital” by Newsweek in 2019 and 2020.
Griffin's award-winning patient-centered care model allows nurses to truly connect with their patients and feel the sense of pride and fulfillment that can only come from knowing your work is more than just a job – you are helping others heal.
As an independent, community hospital, Griffin operates on a flat organizational structure to promote increased involvement by nurses in the care decision-making process so that they feel more connected to the medical care team.
Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation.
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.