Medical Assistant/Front Office Registrar - Bilingual

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Team That Makes a Difference at Optimus Health Care!

Are you passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care? Optimus Health Care the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team! With multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford, our mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities we serve.

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

 

We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Medical Assistant/Front Office Registrar  to join our team in Bridgeport, CT.  

Bilingual Preferred: Spanish (strongly preferred) will consider Portuguese or Haitian Creole. 

*MEDICAL ASSISTANT CERTIFICATION & COMPLETED EXTERNSHIP ARE REQUIRED

 

The Medical Assistant/FOR 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 individual exhibits sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population and must maintain strict confidentiality. The Medical Assistant/FOR assure that pre-work is performed before the patient arrives by verifying demographic and insurance information to ensure prompt payment of services to Optimus; Monitor provider schedules to ensure Optimus’ established productivity levels and timely scheduling of patient visits; Administers health questionnaire to patients; Conducts initial intake of 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; Perform basic lab procedures; Collects co-pays; 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; Answer phones, copying, faxing, scanning, organizing along with other administrative tasks as needed; Explores community resources available to meet the patient’s needs; Maintain ongoing networking efforts w/community providers in the area; and perform other related duties as needed.

 

This position will encompass both Clinical and administrative Medical Assistant duties . Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred and should possess a strong mix of clinical and front office skills. CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually

 

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.

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 preferred. Familiarity working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) helpful.

Language Skills:  Bilingual: Spanish-English strongly preferred, will consider Portuguese or Haitian Creole. 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. 

Optimus   is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.