Medical Assistant - Full Time - Electrophysiology

Griffin Hospital; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant committed to providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting. The primary responsibilities include organizing patient flow, assisting in exams, and managing medical records while ensuring an exceptional patient experience. Ideal candidates possess strong customer service skills and previous experience in a surgical office environment.

Benefits

6 Federal Holidays Off!

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

403b Retirement Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience working in a surgical office preferred.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Experience with electronic medical records required.

Responsibilities

• Organizes patient flow and prepares exam rooms.
• Documents patient history and assists during physical exams.
• Manages patient medical records and assists with referrals.

Skills

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Job description

Job Details

Description

At Griffin Hospital, we are dedicated to providing personalized, humanistic, consumer-driven healthcare in an exceptional healing environment. We strive to make all people feel valued and appreciated. We provide safe, high-quality, person-centered care, and we build and sustain partnerships within our organization and in the communities we serve.

We believe that every employee is a caregiver and that every employee makes a difference. Caregivers are empowered to be actively involved in the well-being of all our patients and to be leaders in providing access to preventive health information and education to improve the overall wellness of the community we serve.

We understand that employee satisfaction leads to patient satisfaction and are committed to caring for our caregivers and their families with programs and benefits designed to improve their physical, nutritional, emotional and financial well-being. Our culture of teamwork, professionalism, and respect combine to make Griffin Hospital a place where both patients and caregivers thrive.

Benefits

• 6 Federal Holidays Off!
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403b Retirement Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

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