Medical Assistant - Full Time - Electrophysiology

Griffin Hospital•Derby, CT

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving over 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. It is the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care, and has received national recognition for its patient care approach. Griffin is known for industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It has been named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for 10 consecutive years and a “World’s Best Hospital” by Newsweek in 2019 and 2020. The hospital's award-winning patient-centered care model allows nurses to connect with patients and feel fulfillment from their work. As an independent, community hospital, Griffin operates on a flat organizational structure to promote increased involvement by nurses in care decision-making. The suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities, with free parking. Employees also benefit from generous benefits and wellness programs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must possess strong customer service skills.
Must be able to multi-task.
Experience with electronic medical records is required.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of recognized Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant diploma program preferred.
Experience working in a surgical office strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, accompanying patients to exam rooms.
Documents patient history, charting, collecting specimens, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting patients as necessary.
Performs patient screening, including documenting patient history, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining vitals.
Assists doctor with physical exam and office procedures as necessary.
Assists office coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other administrative duties as needed.
Manages and updates patient medical records, manages referrals and prior authorizations.
Maintains inventory of clinical equipment and supplies, including ordering and restocking when necessary.
Obtain prior authorizations and book surgeries as needed.
Additional responsibilities as needed.
Required to float to other GFP offices/locations based on business need.