Behavioral Health Medical Assistant

OPTIMUS Health Care•Bridgeport, CT

66d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care? Optimus Health Care-the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team! With multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford, our mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities we serve. Join our team-based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner. We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Behavioral Health Medical Assistant to join our team in Bridgeport, CT Position Summary: The Medical Assistant is a member of the patient centered medical home (PCMH) care team responsible for working with providers, nurses, and other front office staff to ensure the complete and timely patient flow process. This individual exhibits sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population and must maintain strict confidentiality. The Medical Assistant administers health questionnaire to patients; Act as a chaperone by accompanying the clinician in the exam room for any intimate exam; Update patient information in Epic (EMR system); Manage in-basket messages; Takes patient history & vital signs; Prepares patients for exam & treatment; Prepares exam rooms w/ necessary equipment & supplies; Assists with scheduling of tests & treatments; Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines, and confidentiality and privacy policies; Maintain competency in the use of clinical equipment and procedure; Connect language interpretation service for the clinician when needed; Assists with administrative tasks as needed; Explores community resources available to meet the patient's needs; Maintain ongoing networking efforts w/community providers in the area; Perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

Professional positive attitude, vision, understanding of customer service principals, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills to successfully accomplish tasks necessary to meet high standards of ethical and social responsibility required by this position.
Education: Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
Experience: Experience in a clinical setting. Familiarity working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) helpful.
Language Skills: Bilingual: Spanish-English or English/Creole helpful ; Demonstrate the ability to effectively interpret medical terminology
Licensure / Certification: Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or in process of acquiring Certification, a plus. CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually

Nice To Haves

Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or in process of acquiring Certification

Responsibilities

Administers health questionnaire to patients
Act as a chaperone by accompanying the clinician in the exam room for any intimate exam
Update patient information in Epic (EMR system)
Manage in-basket messages
Takes patient history & vital signs
Prepares patients for exam & treatment
Prepares exam rooms w/ necessary equipment & supplies
Assists with scheduling of tests & treatments
Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines, and confidentiality and privacy policies
Maintain competency in the use of clinical equipment and procedure
Connect language interpretation service for the clinician when needed
Assists with administrative tasks as needed
Explores community resources available to meet the patient's needs
Maintain ongoing networking efforts w/community providers in the area
Perform other related duties as needed.