An employer is seeking a Medical Assistant located in Bethel, CT. This role requires a patient-centric approach to care as you are supporting internal medicine.
Provide patient care, clinical summary and direction on next steps or follow up
Perform phlebotomy for patients as needed
Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording clinical information as per protocol
Manage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with appointment and scheduling guidelines
Carry out standing orders consistent with practice policies and procedures
Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR)
Schedule tests, treatments and follow up visits on behalf of patients; assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources for disease management and other services; refer patients when appropriate
Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR
Monitor task buckets in order to respond to tasks in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders/worklists and monitor status of critical referrals
In coordination with Regional Nurse Managers, maintain oversight of temperature monitoring
Assist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork
Provide attention to patients in a manner that builds confidence, trust and loyalty
Demonstrate respect for patients and ProHealth staff by presenting a friendly, courteous manner at all times and maintaining patient confidentiality
Maintain open lines of communications with care team and Regional Management team
Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and company policies
Adhere to all patient safety initiatives and infection control regulations
Perform other duties as assigned
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Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.