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Pacific Medical Centers

Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology

hamden, CT

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Medical AssistantSalary Range: $21.00 to $25.00 an hourBy adhering to Connecticut State Law, pay ranges are posted. The pay rate will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge of position and comparison to others who are already in this role within the company.Proof of annual flu vaccination is required for all employees.PACT MSO is a Management Service Organization that supports numerous physician groups. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and a friendly working environment. We are a medium sized company with a family atmosphere.PACT MSO has a busy Gastroenterology office that is seeking a Medical Assistant. Medical Assistants work Monday through Friday and will float between our Hamden, Milford, and Guilford office locations, with occasional travel to our Bridgeport office as needed. The hours range between 7:00am to 7:00pm for 8 hour shifts.The Medical Assistant duties can be both clinical and administrative in nature and include assisting physician with patient care, as well as handling clerical, environmental and organizational tasks.Essential FunctionsEscort patients to room and complete patient intake per EHR workflow. This may include but not limited to collecting and charting patient histories, performing necessary screenings, checking patient vital signs, reconciling medications.Performs and assist any procedures requested by the provider.Review schedules and organize patient flow, prepare pre-visit preparations for patients.Recalls on patient visitsProper maintenance of medical waste and laundering of patient linen apparelResuscitation equipment maintenanceDocument any telephone communication involving a patient in EHRTriage patient calls; Physician calls triage and physician to physician communicationCoordinating physician schedule by making appointments/rescheduling.Responsible for schedule utilization, cancelation and wait list management.Schedules tests, procedures, and lab appointments.Obtains authorization if test or procedure is within 24-48 hours of scheduled time.Call patients with results, enters follow up/recalls in EHRProvides patient education for test and procedure preparations, directions to the facility, and contact information.Performs other assignments/projects from time to time as authorized by management.Proper maintenance of inventory levels in exam rooms, through ordering, receipt and restocking of suppliesReport visits from VNA to physicians and intake orders from physicians to VNAPre and post op discussions with patientsCommunicates with patient when Office Visit is required before refills can be completed.Fill out all FMLA and Short-term Disability formsSkills and KnowledgeExcellent computer skills with use of an electronic medical record required.Excellent verbal and written communicationsExcellent quality of work including attention to detail.Excellent judgment and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.Education and ExperienceHigh School diploma or GED required.Completion of a medical assisting programCertification as a Medical Assistant required.0 to 5 years of experience in a medical setting requiredEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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hamden, CT, 06518, US

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