Medical Assistant - CHC of Stamford 5th - Part Time - Sign on Bonus!

Moses/Weitzman Health System•Stamford, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time role of 24 hours per week, with a schedule of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. It also includes one evening a week and one Saturday a month from 8 am to 12 pm. The Medical Assistant provides clinical and technical support for primary care providers, utilizing electronic tools for efficient workflow. They monitor equipment, perform clinical testing according to OSHA and CLIA standards, and liaise with patients, families, specialists, and the healthcare team. The role emphasizes continuity and coordination of care within a patient-centered medical home, in collaboration with the primary care nurse and provider.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
Completion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited/recognized school
Medical Assistant board certification (AAMA, NHA, NCCT) or registration (AMT) or obtained within 90 days of hire
EKG use
Appointment scheduling
Word processing and computer skills
Familiarity with medical testing procedures
Sound organizational skills and accuracy
Demonstrated excellent communication and customer service skills
Team-focused and demonstrate leadership qualities
Current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED) certification or current American Heart Association BLS/AED for Healthcare Providers certification
Requires manual dexterity to perform clinical tasks
Moderate physical activity including standing, walking and lifting
Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and/or bio-hazardous material
Communicate clinical/client information to providers accurately
Accurately take messages
Communicate effectively with other medical assistants
Collaborate with medical provider and nursing staff
Access to clients’ charts and health care information
Maintain client confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
Expert knowledge of the electronic health record

Responsibilities

Apply evidence-based guidelines from major regulatory and specialty groups.
Perform pre-visit preparation for all primary care patients scheduled to be seen.
Collaborate with the primary care nurse and provider to "e-huddle" using the Planned Care Dashboard to ensure complete primary care visits.
Prepare patients to be seen by the provider based on the nature of the visit.
Accurately document chief complaint and results from evidence-based screening tests.
Accurately perform and document patient vital signs.
Independently and accurately perform appropriate CLIA waived tests, EKG, hearing & vision tests.
Prioritize work responsibilities daily to decrease waiting time.
Collaborate with providers, clinical and clerical support staff to facilitate appropriate patient flow.
Assist other team members as needed or requested.
Appropriately schedule tests and referrals for specialty care in accordance with Provider orders in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working environment.
Oversee maintenance of supplies and document in medical logs as directed.
Set up and stock exam rooms and clean rooms at the end of each day worked.
Adhere to all infection control standards, follow Universal Precautions and safety policies and procedures.
Maintain yearly CPR certification.
Exhibit excellent customer service skills with a focus on quality of care and teamwork.
Comply with Agency mandated in-service training workshops.