Day Kimball Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for the Internal Medicine Department!
Location: Plainfield CT
Shift: Day Shift 40 Hours
Why Choose Day Kimball Health
For nearly 130 years Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit integrated healthcare provider we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.
Medical Assistant Job Summary
Under general supervision of the Office Supervisor in an outpatient clinical setting provides initial patient triage registration patient intake services assist with direct patient care and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature as dictated by established clinical protocol.
Performs the clerical duties and facilitates the smooth functioning of the patient care flow.
Medical Assistant Key Responsibilities
- Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; checks in patients assists in obtaining patient histories takes vital signs prepares charts and assists with medical examinations.
- Accurately transcribes physicians orders completes all necessary forms requisitions and communications required to implement orders.
- Schedules and monitors patient appointments; may coordinate routine office activities and administrative functions in support of unit activities.
- Performs routine specialized procedures which could include sterile dressing changes under established protocols.
Medical Assistant Required Skills and Qualifications
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Current CPR training required.
- Successful completion of CMA or CNA Program preferred.
- Completion of a Medical Terminology course preferred.
Experience:
- One to three years experience in clinical position preferred.
- Prior computer experience required.
- One to three years experience as a nursing or medical assistant or in a related field preferred.
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision
Pharmacy Plan
Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
Vacation Time
Sick Days
Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Additional Benefits
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race color religion gender national origin age disability veteran status or any other status protected by local state or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke-free environment.
Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care Join our team as a Medical Assitant in the Internal Medicine Department and experience a culture of teamwork professionalism mutual respect and most importantly a career that makes a difference!