Medical Assistant - Full Time - Electrophysiology

Griffin Health Brand; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support a surgical office, assisting clinicians, preparing exam rooms, and coordinating patient flow.

You will document histories, collect specimens, perform vital signs, and assist with procedures; experience with EMR is required and strong customer service is essential.

This role emphasizes teamwork in a fast-paced setting with opportunities for professional growth and ongoing patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and ability to multitask.
• Experience in a surgical office is preferred.
• EMR experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient flow and prepare exam rooms.
• Document patient history, charting, collect specimens, and relay instructions.
• Screen patients, perform medication reconciliation and take vitals.
• Assist doctor during exams and procedures.
• Answer calls, schedule appointments, and perform admin duties.
• Manage and update medical records and referrals.
• Maintain inventory and stock of clinical supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job 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.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled