Medical Assistant I

Connecticut GI, a division of GI Alliance, is looking for a full-time Medical Assistant to join our Hartford Care Center! We are the largest gastroenterology practice in the state of Connecticut with 29 Care Centers and still growing. Our employees are the foundation of our practice and we pride ourselves on the fact that we have been named a TOP WORKPLACE 8 times! Our team of clinical and administrative support staff work collaboratively with our physicians and advanced practitioners to provide our patients with the most comprehensive and compassionate care. Here at CTGI our promise is to treat every patient as if they were a member of our own families, and we are looking for team members who also embody this vision!

A Short List Of Reasons Why You Should Work For CTGI

• Selected as a Top Workplace 8 Times
• MA Certification Cost Reimbursement
• Retention Bonus
• Competitive Pay
• Very Fast-Growing Practice

What You Will Do For Us:

• Providing Remarkable Patient Experience: you will be responsible for rooming patients, obtaining vital signs (blood pressure, height, and weight) and documenting accurately utilizing Epic EMR.
• Attention to Detail: Updating patient's medical history including updated medication list.
• Team Player: Appropriately documents all patient phone calls and under the direction and guidance of the provider, informs patients of test results.
• Versatility: Familiarity with prior authorization process.
• Expertise: Asking appropriate triage questions when speaking with patients and accurately recording in Epic.

What We Are Looking For In You:

• Graduated from an Accredited MA Program (if not certified, must be prepared to complete certification with 12 months of joining our team).
• At least one full year of Medical Assistant experience.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and referring practices.
• Have a broad knowledge of medical terminology (1+ year of healthcare experience).
• EMR experience is ideal, Epic experience is a plus.
• Have the ability to prioritize and multi-task and must be able to function in a fast paced, at times, stressful environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $18.00 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday - Friday

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a college course in medical assisting.

Experience: Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a Medical Assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office. Experience working in a Gastroenterology practice is preferred.

Requirements for Level I Status:

• Entry level (1-4 years experience) and/or meet the basic requirements of the job with the need for additional supervision.
• Excess of 4 years experience if meeting only the basic requirements of the job with need for additional supervision.

Performance Requirements:

• Knowledge of health care field and EMR systems.
• Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communications.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care practices and procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

GI Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable work environment. Our company values and celebrates the diversity of our physicians, staff and patients. We firmly believe our service is greatly enriched by our diversity of thought, experience, perspective, culture, and background.

Please Note: All job offers are contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment criminal history check.

NOTE: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL FOR CONSIDERATION.
No phone calls or agencies, please.

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