Medical Assistant - Full Time - Rheumatology

Griffin Hospital•Shelton, CT

12h

About The Position

Griffin Health is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant for its Rheumatology practice. The role supports patient care by organizing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, documenting patient histories, performing screenings and medication reconciliation, obtaining vital signs, collecting specimens, and relaying instructions. The Medical Assistant assists physicians with examinations and office procedures, supports administrative tasks, maintains medical records, manages referrals and prior authorizations, and maintains clinical equipment and supplies. Prior authorizations and surgery bookings are also handled as needed. The employee is required to float to other Griffin Physician Practices offices or locations based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to multitask.
Experience with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant diploma program.
Experience working in a surgical office.

Responsibilities

Organize patient flow, prepare examination rooms, and accompany patients to examination rooms.
Document patient history and charting, collect specimens, relay instructions to patients, and assist patients as necessary.
Screen patients, document patient history, perform medication reconciliation, and obtain vital signs.
Assist the doctor with physical examinations and office procedures as necessary.
Assist the office coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other administrative duties as needed.
Manage and update patient medical records.
Manage referrals and prior authorizations.
Maintain inventory of clinical equipment and supplies, including ordering and restocking when necessary.
Obtain prior authorizations and book surgeries as needed.
Float to other Griffin Physician Practices offices or locations based on business needs.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed.