<p>Apply</p> <p>Job Type</p> <p>Full-time</p> <p>Description</p> <p>UCFS is currently seeking a full-time (40 hours per week, 45 weeks per year) Medical Assistant who will assist a school-based APRN at Waterford Public School in Waterford, CT with preparing the patient, processing information needed for referrals and case management, as well as documenting clinical information in the electronic health record. The ideal candidate will be able to provide courteous, professional, patient-centered customer service to all UCFS clients, patients, and visitors, as well as internal customer support for clinical staff by performing the following job duties:</p> <ul> <li>Prepares the patient for examination: escorts patient to the room; obtains and records assessment information; performs screening tests/procedures; prepares specimens for transport. Adheres to universal precautions and departmental policies and procedures </li><li>Ensures clean and stocked exam rooms; maintains inventory of supplies. Perform quality control/improvement activities as assigned; operate and maintain equipment per manufacture instructions </li><li>Paperwork/Forms: Ensure that forms/flow sheets are in record as may be needed by Clinician; complete paperwork required for WIC re-certification, and immunization data required by Department of Public Health. Fax medication renewals to pharmacies </li><li>May work side-by-side with Provider as a scribe to chart and enter notes into EHR system during visits </li><li>Coordination of care: Demonstrate customer service in responding to patient needs. Contact patients as instructed regarding missed appointments, test results. Schedules appointments for outside tests (X-ray, MRI, CT etc.) as ordered by the physician. Coordinate outside referrals as ordered by the physician (VNA, Specialist, Protective Services, etc.) </li></ul> <p>Requirements</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma </li><li>One - two years of experience working in primary care office preferred </li><li>Completion of training course resulting in a degree or certificate as Medical assistant, CNA with clinical experience, or EMT. </li><li>Current CPR certification </li><li>Shift is 7:30am to 3:30pm </li></ul> <p>UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including -</p> <ul> <li>Flexible schedules </li><li>Competitive salaries </li><li>Time off follows the school year calendar </li><li>Medical, dental and vision insurance </li><li>401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution </li><li>Paid life and disability insurance </li></ul> <p>UCFS does not just welcome diversity, we celebrate it! We strive for diversity throughout our organization to reflect and represent the communities we serve. UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. BIPOC candidates are encouraged to apply.</p>