Medical Assistant Full Time Vascular

Griffin Health is an independent not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby Connecticut dedicated to person-centered high-quality care for over 130000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospitala 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree Internationals flagship facilityGriffin Health emphasizes kindness respect and active patient engagement.

Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence patient satisfaction and social responsibility Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweeks Worlds Best Hospital list for the last 5 consecutive years LOWN Institutes top state ranking for outcomes and Beckers 100 Best Community Hospitals designation as well as FortunesMagazines 100 Best Companies to Work For. The organization fosters a supportive wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess empowering caregivers to thrive physically emotionally and professionally. Through innovation community outreach health education and food-security initiatives Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves.

Griffins suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation.

MAIN FUNCTION:

• 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.

EDUCATION:High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of recognized Medical Assistant/ Medical Office Assistant diploma program preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in a surgical office strongly preferred.

• Must possess strong customer service skills and must be able to multi-task.

• Experience with electronic medical records is required.

Required Experience:

Junior IC