STAMFORD MEDICAL ASSISTANT-FLOAT - Stamford Connecticut

Company: Optimus Healthcare
Location: Stamford, Connecticut
Posted On: 11/14/2024

Optimus Healthcare- A community Health Center driven by one mission: to provide high quality, affordable healthcare to the underserved population regardless of their ability to pay. Optimus is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care services in lower Fairfield County, in the cities of Stamford, Bridgeport, Stratford and surrounding areas. If you are a healthcare professional who wants to work in a meaningful, mission-driven workplace where people are committed and passionate about caring for others, OPTIMUS may be for you.

Join our team-based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner.

We are currently recruiting for a Medical Assistant to join our team in Stamford, CT

Position Summary:

The Float Medical Assistant is a member of the patient centered medical home (PCMH) care team responsible for working with providers, nurses, and other front office staff to ensure the complete and timely patient flow process. This position requires the Medical Assistant to float to different sites in Stamford, CT. This individual exhibits sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population and must maintain strict confidentiality. The Medical Assistant administers health questionnaire to patients; Act as a chaperone by accompanying the clinician in the exam room for any intimate exam; Update patient information in Epic (EMR system); Manage in-basket messages; Takes patient history & vital signs; Prepares patients for exam & treatment; Prepares exam rooms w/ necessary equipment & supplies; Assists with scheduling of tests & treatments; Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines, and confidentiality and privacy policies; Maintain competency in the use of clinical equipment and procedure; Connect language interpretation service for the clinician when needed; Assists with administrative tasks as needed; Explores community resources available to meet the patient's needs; Maintain ongoing networking efforts w/community providers in the area; Perform other related duties as needed.

Job Qualification/Requirements:

Professional positive attitude, vision, understanding of customer service principals, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills to successfully accomplish tasks necessary to meet high standards of ethical and social responsibility required by this position.

*Floating to different sites in the Stamford area. Reliable transportation is required.

Education: Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant Program. Professional Medical Assistant Certification obtained through one of the following agencies

Experience: Experience in a clinical setting. Familiarity working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) helpful.

Language Skills: Bilingual: Spanish-English or English/Creole helpful ; Demonstrate the ability to effectively interpret medical terminology

Licensure / Certification: Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or in process of acquiring Certification, a plus. CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually

Working for Optimus:

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in Optimus' Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values-outstanding, patient-centered, trustworthy, integrity, multicultural, understanding and supportive -help guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
--- OHC provides a fun, fast-paced working environment, where our commitment to quality is present in every job function.
--- 100% Outpatient Setting
* Excellent health & welfare benefit options
--- Competitive Compensation and bonus
--- Optimus and its caring, multi-lingual staff proudly serve our community in a patient-centered environment.

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