Weekends Only-Medical Assistant

Kids for the Future; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoConnecticut in Danbury, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, maintain patient flow, and collect essential information. Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays, 8:45am-3pm, at 2 Riverview Dr, Danbury, CT 06810.

The role involves escorting patients, assisting with medical procedures, preparing exam rooms, reviewing charts, stocking supplies, and ensuring confidentiality and OSHA compliance. Experience as MA/CNA/EMT preferred; HS diploma required.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a Medical Assistant, CNA or EMT Summary
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited/recognized school preferred
• Medical Assistant board certification/registration, preferred
• High school graduate or GED
• Knowledge of medical office procedures and insurance verification
• Ability to demonstrate a mature, dependable, and responsible approach when interacting with patients, physicians, co-workers, and additional outside sources

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to room
• Assist physician with all medical procedures with courteous and knowledgeable medical decision-making; follow through on patient requests for information
• Prepare exam rooms between each patient and prepare injections daily
• Review all charts prior to patients appointments to assure all paperwork is complete and attached
• Stock exam rooms with supplies
• Maintain and dispose of biohazard materials
• Know legalities regarding confidentiality of patient records
• Know OSHA regulations and follow the correct procedures for handling biohazard materials
• Other miscellaneous duties as directed by physician or supervisor

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

CNA/EMT experience

Medical office procedures

Insurance verification

Patient interaction

Education

Medical Assistant course completion

Medical Assistant board certification/registration

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 2 Riverview Dr,Danbury, CT, 06810,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $21.00 / Hour
• Job Category MA, CMA, RMA
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT

G ENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

OrthoConnecticut is looking for a Medical Assistant to assist our physicians, provide constant patient contact, clinical assistance of patient flow and information gathering.

Schedule: Saturday & Sunday 8:45am-3pm

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escort patients to room
• Assist physician with all medical procedures with courteous and knowledgeable medical decision-making; follow through on patient requests for information
• Prepare exam rooms between each patient and prepare injections daily
• Review all charts prior to patients appointments to assure all paperwork is complete and attached
• Stock exam rooms with supplies
• Maintain and dispose of biohazard materials
• Know legalities regarding confidentiality of patient records
• Know OSHA regulations and follow the correct procedures for handling biohazard materials
• Other miscellaneous duties as directed by physician or supervisor

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Education:

• Must have experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician Summary
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited/recognized school preferred
• Medical Assistant board certification/registration, preferred
• High school graduate or GED
• Knowledge of medical office procedures and insurance verification
• Ability to demonstrate a mature, dependable, and responsible approach when interacting with patients, physicians, co-workers, and additional outside sources

OrthoConnecticut, delivering exceptional care and real results has always been our mission, though we did things a little differently when we opened our doors in 1954. Today, we provide orthopedic care in a new state-of-the-art Musculoskeletal Center of Excellence, in which we provide the full spectrum of high-quality services under one roof. Now we can diagnose and treat the complete range of musculoskeletal issues for all ages in one easily accessible location with minimal wait time and a more efficient patient experience. One thing that hasn't changed since in 1954: our commitment to you

OrthoConnecticut is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.