Medical Assistant - CHC of Danbury - Part Time - Sign on Bonus

Moses/Weitzman Health System • Danbury, CT

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides daily clinical and technical support to primary care providers. The role implements planned care using electronic tools, monitors equipment, performs clinical testing in accordance with OSHA and CLIA standards, and communicates with patients, families, specialists, and other members of the health care team. In collaboration with the primary care nurse and provider, the Medical Assistant supports continuity and coordination of care in a patient-centered medical home.

The position is scheduled Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with occasional weekends. Compensation is $23 per hour. A sign-on bonus is offered: $250 at 90 days if registered or certified, and $250 at nine months; candidates who are already registered or certified at hire receive a $500 sign-on bonus.

The employer describes a total rewards package for eligible employees that may include health and wellness benefits, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, professional development and tuition assistance, employee assistance resources, flexible work arrangements where applicable, and other company-sponsored benefits. Offerings and eligibility vary by position, location, scheduled hours, and plan terms.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited or recognized school.
• Medical Assistant board certification from AAMA, NHA, or NCCT, or registration from AMT; this may be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• CPR certification: current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED), or current American Heart Association BLS/AED for Healthcare Providers.
• Experience or familiarity with EKG use, appointment scheduling, word processing, computer skills, and medical testing procedures.
• Sound organizational skills and accuracy.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Team-focused approach and leadership qualities.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual.
• Expert knowledge of the electronic health record.

Responsibilities

• Apply evidence-based guidelines from major regulatory and specialty groups and perform pre-visit preparation for scheduled primary care patients.
• Collaborate with the primary care nurse and provider in electronic huddles using the Planned Care Dashboard to identify care due at the visit.
• Prepare patients for provider visits using established criteria appropriate to the visit type.
• Accurately document chief complaints and results of evidence-based screening tests.
• Accurately perform and document patient vital signs.
• Independently perform and document appropriate CLIA-waived tests, EKGs, and hearing and vision tests.
• Prioritize daily responsibilities to reduce waiting time and collaborate with providers and clinical and clerical staff to facilitate patient flow.
• Support other health care team members as needed and schedule tests and specialty referrals promptly in accordance with provider orders.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment; oversee supplies and complete medical logs as directed.
• Set up and stock exam rooms and clean them at the end of each workday.
• Follow infection-control standards, Universal Precautions, and agency safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain yearly CPR certification as required for clinical employees.
• Provide excellent customer service and contribute to quality care and teamwork aligned with department and agency needs.
• Complete agency-mandated in-service training workshops.
• Communicate clinical and client information accurately to providers and take messages accurately.
• Communicate effectively with other medical assistants and collaborate with medical providers and nursing staff.
• Maintain client confidentiality while accessing client charts and health care information.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $250 at 90 days if registered or certified and $250 at nine months; candidates already registered or certified at hire receive $500.
• Eligible employees may have access to health and wellness benefits.
• Eligible employees may have access to retirement savings opportunities.
• Eligible employees may have access to paid time off.
• Eligible employees may have access to professional development and tuition assistance programs.
• Eligible employees may have access to employee assistance resources.
• Flexible work arrangements may be available where applicable.
• Other company-sponsored benefits may be available, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED