Medical Assistant - Full Time - Cardiology

Griffin Hospital•Derby, CT

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Medical Assistant position in Cardiology. The role involves direct patient care, administrative duties, and maintaining clinical supplies. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for patient flow, preparing exam rooms, documenting patient history, performing screenings, assisting physicians with exams and procedures, and managing patient records and referrals. The position also requires obtaining prior authorizations and booking surgeries. Flexibility to float to other offices is also a requirement.

Requirements

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

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.
Float to other GFP offices/locations based on business need.