Medical Assistant Per Diem

Sportsmednorth; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Spire Orthopedic Partners in Danbury, CT is seeking a Per Diem Medical Assistant to support the Danbury & Wilton ONS location. Responsibilities include rooming patients, documenting medical history and chief complaints, and collecting vitals, with follow-up communication to patients and providers.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years outpatient clinic experience, strong customer service, and familiarity with EMR systems. National certification is preferred; HS diploma required.

Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient clinic environment preferred.
• Certification preferred; knowledge of HIPAA.
• Excellent customer service and communication.
• Strong organizational skills and teamwork.
• Orthopedic or casting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Collects patient history and vitals.
• Maintains exam rooms and supplies.
• Documents in EMR and follows up on notes.
• Assists physicians with procedures.
• Ensures patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Office software

Orthopedic knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Diploma

Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Tools

GE Centricity

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

# Medical Assistant Per DiemONS Danbury 2600 - Danbury, CT 06810## OverviewSalary Range$21.85 - $27.30 HourlyLevelEntryPosition TypePer DiemJob ShiftVariedEducation LevelHigh School or EquivalentTravel PercentageSome travel between company locationsCategoryHealth Care## Description**Location:** Danbury & Wilton ONS**Hours:** 8:00 am to 5:00 pm**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, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. 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:**The Medical Assistant is responsible for rooming patients, documenting medical history / chief complaints, collecting vitals if necessary, communicating follow-up information with patient and provider, and otherwise generally assisting the provider within the MA scope of practice.Candidates must have exceptional customer service skills, a positive communication style and the ability to problem-solve effectively. Multi-tasking with a high degree of accuracy is essential to providing safe, high quality patient care. At least 1 to 2 years of experience working in an outpatient clinic setting is strongly preferred. National certification as registered medical assistant preferred.**Responsibilities/Duties:*** Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Collects detailed and accurate patient history.* Prepares and maintains exam rooms with necessary instruments, equipment and supplies.* Follows up with patient on physicians current patient care notes or instructions.* Provides general assistance, education and information to patient questions.* Performs post-operative wound care, suture removal, dressing change, cast removal, cast application and splint application.* Assists physicians in setup and performance of medical procedures under the direction of physician or nurse manager.* Maintains DME supplies.* Responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality.* Prepares, cleans and stocks examination rooms. Assures surfaces are clear and puts away any articles that were left out and replenishes missing stock in drawers and cabinets.* Unpacks new supply deliveries and stores away items as directed.* Assists members of clinical support staff and physicians with all duties as necessary and appropriate. (includes patient care, post-op phone follow-up calls and other patient phone calls, medication updates)* Documents all phone calls and actions appropriately in EMR.* Identifies OSHA issues and communicates for correction.* Follows all HIPAA regulations as instructed.* Follows ONS policies and procedures.* Performs other duties/projects as assigned.## Qualifications**Who you are:*** General knowledge of office procedures and computer systems.* Strong interpersonal and customer service skills* Ability to handle high stress, busy work environment.* Knowledge of Word & Outlook Required.* Orthopedic and/or casting experience preferred.* Knowledge of GE Centricity a plus.* Professional, and articulate phone skills.* Knowledge of medical terminology.* Strong organizational skills* Ability to work as part of a team* Medical Assistant Certification preferred* High School Diploma or equivalent* Medical Assistant diploma**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”).