Medical Assistant - Colorectal Surgery Stamford at Stamford Health in Stamford, CT, United States

Job description

• We have an opening for a passionate Medical Assistant in our Colorectal Surgery practice!
• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus available
• Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program is required and will not consider applications without it.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in outpatient physician practice under the direction of the practicing physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse.
• Assist with clinical and clerical duties to ensure optimization of patient experience within the practice.
• Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries.
• Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; helping them to position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; drawing blood; preparing patients for x-rays; taking electrocardiograms; removing sutures; changing dressings.
• Completes records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results.
• Schedule hospital procedures, surgeries and tests. Precert and obtain test results.
• Handle phone calls and messages for prescriptions, notes, forms, etc.
• Complete disability and insurance forms.
• Maintain clinical flow in all areas of the practice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program required.
• National Certification preferred.
• Heart Saver OR BLS Certification required
• Two years job experience is preferred.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills ( MS Office, Word, Excel)
• Demonstrates strong phone/customer service skills
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written English proficiency required
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility due to unexpected changes in workload.

Skills

Required

• Heart Saver OR BLS Certification
• Strong phone/customer service skills

Preferred

• National Certification

Benefits

• • Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (no nights, no weekends!)
• • Comprehensive Benefits Effective Day One of Employment: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• • Generous Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• • Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions
• • Career Growth Opportunities within a leading healthcare system
• • Supportive Team Environment focused on collaboration and patient care
• If you’re ready to make a difference and grow your career in healthcare, apply today and join a team that cares for you as much as you care for patients!