Medical Assistant/Front Office Registrar

Optimus Health Care•Bridgeport, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Optimus Health Care, the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County, is seeking a Full Time Medical Assistant/Front Office Registrar for its School Base Health Center Team in Bridgeport, CT. This position is 35 hours per week and operates during public school hours. The role is part of a team-based model of care, focused on providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a kind and compassionate manner. The Medical Assistant/Front Office Registrar is responsible for ensuring the complete and timely patient flow process, maintaining patient confidentiality, and performing both clinical and administrative duties.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
Professional Medical Assistant Certification obtained through one of the following agencies
Experience in a clinical setting.
CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) helpful.
Bilingual: Spanish-English or English/Creole preferred.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively interpret medical terminology.
Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or in process of acquiring Certification, a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with providers, nurses, and/or clinical support staff to ensure the complete and timely patient flow process.
Verify demographic and insurance information to ensure prompt payment of services.
Monitor provider schedules to ensure productivity levels and timely scheduling of patient visits.
Conduct initial intake of patients.
Explore community resources available to meet client needs.
Update patient information.
Collect co-pays.
Take patient history & vital signs.
Prepare patients for exam & treatment.
Prepare exam rooms with necessary equipment & supplies.
Assist with scheduling of tests & treatments.
Answer phones, copying, faxing, scanning along with other administrative tasks as needed.