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Stamford Health lists this Medical Assistant/Receptionist - Float Pool - Full-time opportunity in new canaan, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job DescriptionThe Float Pool is designed to support both Stamford Health Specialty and Primary Care offices throughout our organization. Our Float Pool team is made up of independent, motivated, and self-driven professionals who enjoy working in a dynamic environment. Team members are adaptable, embrace change, and take pride in supporting a variety of Specialty and Primary Care offices.Schedule: Monday through Friday, with shifts from either 8:00am to 4:30pm or 8:30am to 5:00pm. Float Pool team may be assigned to locations in Norwalk, Wilton, Darien, Stamford, New Canaan, Riverside, and Greenwich.Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program is required and will not consider applications without it. $5,000 Sign on Bonus available.Why You'll Love Working Here: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 coverageGenerous Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy life outside of workRetirement Savings Plan with employer contributionsCareer Growth Opportunities within a leading healthcare systemSupportive Team Environment focused on collaboration and patient careIf 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!Major 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.Qualifications/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 requiredTwo years job experience is preferred.Demonstrate basic computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel)Demonstrates strong phone/customer service skillsEffective communication skills, both verbal and written English proficiency requiredDemonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.Demonstrate flexibility due to unexpected changes in workload.
Worksite address
new canaan, CT, 06840, US
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