Medical Assistant - Full Time - Primary Care

About the Organization

Griffin Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby, Connecticut, dedicated to person-centered, high-quality care for over 130,000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospital—a 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree International’s flagship facility—Griffin Health emphasizes kindness, respect, and active patient engagement. Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and social responsibility, Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospital” list for the last 5 consecutive years, LOWN Institute’s top state ranking for outcomes, and Becker’s “100 Best Community Hospitals” designation, as well as Fortune's Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For". The organization fosters a supportive, wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess, empowering caregivers to thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally. Through innovation, community outreach, health education, and food-security initiatives, Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves. Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy-to-find free parking.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow and preparing exam rooms.
• Accompany patients to exam rooms, document patient history, charting, collect specimens, relay instructions to patients, and assist patients as necessary.
• Perform patient screening, including documenting patient history, performing medication reconciliation, and obtaining vitals.
• Assist doctors with physical exams and office procedures as necessary.
• Assist office coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other administrative duties as needed.
• Manage and update patient medical records, handle referrals and prior authorizations.
• Maintain inventory of clinical equipment and supplies, including ordering and restocking when necessary.
• Obtain prior authorizations and book surgeries as needed.
• Float to other GFP offices/locations based on business need (locations include Naugatuck, Southbury, Oxford, Shelton, Derby, Ansonia, Hamden).
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant diploma program preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to multi-task.
• Experience with electronic medical records is required.
• Willingness to float to all office locations for cross coverage.

Benefits

Employees can take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in employee compensation.