Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Co…
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Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Co…
Skills: Patient Intake, Insurance Verification, Medical Scheduling, Customer Service, EMR
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Co…
Skills: Patient Intake, Insurance Verification, Scheduling, Customer Service, Demographic Data Entry
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Co…
Skills: Customer Service, Patient Scheduling, Data Entry, Eligibility Verification, Interpersonal Communication
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Co…
Skills: Customer Service, Patient Scheduling, Data Entry, Eligibility Verification, Interpersonal Communication
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Co…
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Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
Skills: Nursing Process, Patient Care, Clinical Orientation, EMR Proficiency, Microsoft Word
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
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Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
Skills: Clinical Management, Patient-Centered Care, Team-Based Integrated Care, Clinical Informatics, Peer Review
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
Skills: Patient Care, Vital Signs, Epic EMR, Patient History, Infection Control
Stratford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
Skills: Nursing Process, Patient Care, Clinical Orientation, EMR Proficiency, Microsoft Word
Stratford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
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Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
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 Fairfi…
Skills: Patient Care, Vital Signs, Epic EMR, Patient History, Infection Control
Stamford, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Join a Team That Truly Makes a Difference at Optimus Health Care! Are you passionate about helping people live healthier, happier lives? At Optimus Health Care, we don’t just provide care—we build lasting rel…
Skills: Nutrition assessment, Nutrition education, Counseling, Breastfeeding support, Data entry
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The Medical Assistant supports the patient-centered medical home care team by managing patient flow, taking vital signs, and updating patient information in the EMR system. They also assist clinicians during exams, prepare exam rooms, and coordinate necessary tests and treatments.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program and possess experience in a clinical setting. Proficiency in EMR systems and current CPR certification are required, with professional interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
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 to join our team in Bridgeport, CT
Position Summary:
The Medical Assistant 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 administers health questionnaire to 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; 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; Assists with administrative tasks as needed; Explores community resources available to meet the patient’s needs; Maintain ongoing networking efforts w/community providers in the area; Perform other related duties as needed.
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.
Experience: Experience in a clinical setting. Familiarity working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) helpful.
Language Skills: Bilingual: Spanish-English or English/Creole helpful ; 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
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.
We Believe Everyone Deserves Access to Professional & Compassionate Care Services
Optimus Health Care is a patient-centered medical home for our communities to achieve and maintain a positive state of wellness, particularly for uninsured and undeserved patients. OPTIMUS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, supported through patient revenues, the generous support of the community, and grants from federal, state and local government. and private and public foundations. All patient revenues are used for the actual cost of health care. We are Caring for Connecticut for over 40 years
Offices: 982 E Main St, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608, US · 471 Barnum Ave, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608, US · 1071 East Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608, US · 82 George St, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604, US · 64 Black Rock Ave, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06605, US
We Believe Everyone Deserves Access to Professional & Compassionate Care Services
Optimus Health Care is a patient-centered medical home for our communities to achieve and maintain a positive state of wellness, particularly for uninsured and undeserved patients. OPTIMUS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, supported through patient revenues, the generous support of the community, and grants from federal, state and local government. and private and public foundations. All patient revenues are used for the actual cost of health care. We are Caring for Connecticut for over 40 years
Offices: 982 E Main St, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608, US · 471 Barnum Ave, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608, US · 1071 East Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06608, US · 82 George St, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604, US · 64 Black Rock Ave, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06605, US
