Medical Assistant

Springfield Medical Associates is a primary care group that has been in practice for over 60 years. Our board-certified doctors were trained at the best medical schools and the best hospitals across the United States.

Our goal is to provide the highest quality care to every patient every day. Our practice culture of respect and cooperation ensures a high degree of staff retention, which allows us to offer patients continuity of care.

Please see the description below. Does this sound like a company you'd like to work for; if yes we encourage you to apply today!

***Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM 1 hour lunch work schedule with 8 paid holidays***

General Summary: A non-exempt position responsible for providing care and guidance to patients so they can fully utilize and benefit from the practice’s clinical services. In addition to assisting providers with daily clinical, clerical, and organizational tasks.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assisting program
• Certification from AAMA preferred
• Basic Life Support Certification
• CPR Certified

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of healthcare systems
• Knowledge of infectious disease management, control and safety

Skill:

• Skill in using medical equipment, supplies and materials
• Skilled multi-tasker
• Skill in preforming mathematical calculations for drug dosages

Ability:

• Ability to read and follow written and oral medical orders
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and diverse patient population
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, clinicians, supervisors, and co-workers

Essential Job Functions:

• Reviews provider and patient schedules to prepare for the day, makes changes with approval and organizes patient flow.
• Schedules patient appointments as needed and verifies patient insurance coverage.
• Performs screening on patient as designated by provider, rooms patient and completes patient history and vital signs.
• Answers phone and email in a timely manner
• Replies to all patient telephone encounters, messages, referrals, and other patient and provider communication in a timely manner
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before and after patient appointments, including processing biohazard waste.
• Ensures exam rooms are fully stocked with supplies, necessary equipment, and educational materials
• Helps educate patients and families regarding disease management and provides all educational materials as instructed by provider.
• Obtains lab and X-ray reports, and hospital notes, updates and manages patient charts-including medical records.
• Verifies prescriptions with patients centered on provider orders.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• In-person
• Medical office
• Office

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 2 years (Preferred)
• Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Enfield, CT 06082: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person