Surgical Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Admin

Griffin Health; Derby, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT seeks a Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant to support patient care and office operations. You will organize patient flow, prepare exam rooms, document histories, and assist clinicians with exams and procedures.

The role requires strong customer service, ability to multi-task, and experience with electronic medical records. The position may involve float to other GFP locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Experience as Medical Assistant/Office Assistant preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records required.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities including organizing patient flow and preparing exam rooms.
• Documents patient history, charting, collecting specimens, and relaying instructions to patients.
• Assists doctor with exams and office procedures as necessary.
• Answers phones, schedules appointments, and performs administrative duties as needed.
• Manages and updates patient records and referrals.
• Maintains inventory of clinical equipment and supplies.
• Obtains prior authorizations and books surgeries as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma program

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT seeks a Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant to support patient care and office operations. You will organize patient flow, prepare exam rooms, document histories, and assist clinicians with exams and procedures.

The role requires strong customer service, ability to multi-task, and experience with electronic medical records. The position may involve float to other GFP locations as needed.