Medical Assistant

General Dynamics

  • Groton, CT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
OverviewSummary of Responsibilities: The Medical Assistant performs various clinical and administrative duties in support of the in-take, examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Medical Manager, Medical Director, and APRN/Physician Assistant.Medical Assistant Duties and responsibilities:
  • Performs patient care, administrative and environmental responsibilities as assigned
  • Conducts CAOHC certified Audiological Testing, Phlebotomy, Pulmonary Function Testing and Drug Testing
  • Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records and keeping patient information confidential
  • Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications
  • Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
  • Works and communicates cross departmentally
  • Other duties as assigned
Work Hours:Shift schedule is 1:30PM-10PM with rare instances of coverage on weekendsQualificationsRequired:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant school, Patient Care Technician, Emergency Medical Technician training OR 2 + years’ experience in a medical setting providing patient care
Preferred:
  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • CAOHC and phlebotomy certification
  • Drug testing experience
  • Experience with EMR (electronic medical records), medical terminology
  • Previous experience in occupational clinic / medical setting
SkillsSkills
  • Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills, professionalism, bedside manner, teamwork and attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast paced multifaceted environment
  • Support and model company core values
  • Mature caring attitude
  • Team player
  • Willingness to learn/flexibility
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Must possess strong bedside manner
  • Strong phlebotomy and IV skills
  • Strong triage skills, first aid and wound care skills, and assessment skills

General Dynamics