Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant 
Greenwich, CT

Job Purpose: 
We are looking for highly professional, dependable, and service-oriented medical assistants to join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for undergrads to work closely with doctors and get hands-on clinical experience before going to medical school, PA school, or nursing.

Responsibilities:

• Arrange and prepare exam rooms for incoming patients – organizing instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Escort patients to the examination room and prepare them for the physician.
• Obtain medical information and measure patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, weight, height, etc., and document for patient's chart.
• Execute blood draws, EKGs, urine collections, etc., and document for patient’s chart.
• Optimize patient satisfaction by being attentive and demonstrating a warm and caring attitude towards patients.
• Prepare lab specimens, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments.
• Authorize prescription drug refills as directed by physician and call-in prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Complete prior authorization requirements for medical procedures.
• Maintain the highest levels of patient confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and management.
• Ensure a healthy environment by establishing and following standards and procedures in line with legal regulations.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree; medical assistant certification a plus.
• CPR Certified.

Required skills and experience:

• Strong customer service skills.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Knowledge of medical coding procedures.
• Knowledge of medications and injection procedures.
• Ability to work well under stress and remain patient-focused.
• Strong team player.
• Highly dependable.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records and other medical software systems.