Medical Assistant - Urogyn & Reconstructive Surgery Stamford/Norwalk (30 hours)
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports an outpatient Urogyn & Reconstructive Surgery practice, providing patient care under the direction of a practicing physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse. The role combines clinical and clerical duties to support patient experience and care delivery. The position rotates between Norwalk and Stamford and is scheduled for 30 hours per week: Monday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Tuesday 1:00–4:30 p.m., Wednesday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Thursday 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. A certification or diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant school or program is required; applications without one will not be considered. A high school diploma or equivalent and Heart Saver or BLS certification are also required. National certification is preferred, as is two years of job experience. The stated salary range is $21.30–$26.55.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification or diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant school or program.
- Heart Saver or BLS certification.
- Two years of job experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- National Certification.
- Two years of job experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care in an outpatient physician practice under the direction of a practicing physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse.
- Assist with clinical and clerical duties to optimize the patient experience.
- Welcome patients in person or by telephone and answer or refer inquiries.
- Prepare patients for visits by directing or accompanying them to examination rooms, providing gowns and drapes, helping with positioning, and arranging instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Verify patient information by interviewing patients, reviewing or recording medical history, taking vital signs, and confirming the purpose of visits or treatment.
- Assist health care providers during examinations; prepare laboratory specimens; perform basic on-site laboratory tests; dispose of contaminated supplies; sterilize instruments; draw blood; prepare patients for x-rays; take electrocardiograms; remove sutures; and change dressings.
- Complete records by documenting patient examinations, treatment, and test results.
- Schedule hospital procedures, surgeries, and tests.
- Obtain precertifications and test results.
- Handle phone calls and messages regarding prescriptions, notes, and forms.
- Complete disability and insurance forms.
Benefits
- Medical coverage effective on the first day of employment.
- Dental coverage effective on the first day of employment.
- Vision coverage effective on the first day of employment.
- Generous paid time off.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
