Job Information
Actalent Medical Assistant in Fairfield, Connecticut
Job Title: Medical AssistantJob Description
An opportunity to join a caring and compassionate medical support team in a busy outpatient care center. You will be responsible for working collaboratively with physicians and advanced practitioners to ensure patients are provided with the most comprehensive care.
Responsibilities
Greet and room patients, obtain information for patient charts, and accurately document using Epic EMR.
Update patient's medical history including an updated medication list.
Document all patient phone calls accurately and inform patients of test results under the direction and guidance of the provider.
Familiarity with the prior authorization process.
Ask appropriate triage questions when speaking with patients and record them accurately in Epic.
Schedule office visits, confirm appointments, update patient insurance and demographic information, and answer incoming calls while documenting utilizing Epic EMR.
Compose, process, and follow up on electronic phone messages and alerts.
Answer quick questions using EMR which are appropriate for administrative staff.
Process insurance authorizations when required.
Monitor the schedule of assigned providers, noting and correcting errors as appropriate.
Essential Skills
Graduated from an accredited MA Program (if not certified, must be prepared to complete certification within 6 months of joining the team).
At least one full year of Medical Assistant experience.
Broad knowledge of medical terminology with at least 1 year of healthcare experience.
Experience utilizing EMR systems; Epic experience is a plus.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
GI experience is a huge plus.
Medical office experience is required.
Warm and inviting demeanor.
Ability to take initiative to ensure all patients are taken care of and work is getting done.
Good team-player attitude.
Work Environment
Busy outpatient GI medical center with 7 providers. The office is very clean and no procedures are conducted on-site; all procedures are performed at another surgery center site. The schedule is Monday to Friday with 8-hour shifts, and you should be open to working between the hours of 8 am-6 pm and expect to show up 15 minutes early for each shift. This role requires a warm and caring approach towards patients, providing top-notch patient care.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.32/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.