What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Office Assistant position at Yale New Haven Health?
**About the Role**
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Medical Office Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will provide exceptional support to our healthcare professionals, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.
Responsibilities Include:
Rooming patients, preparing them for examinations and procedures
Accurately documenting patient information, including medical histories and test results
Providing detailed explanations of diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up instructions to patients and their families
Maintaining patient confidentiality at all times, respecting patient autonomy and dignity
Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification or registration a plus
- Proven experience in a fast-paced healthcare environment, preferably in a primary care or specialist office
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work well under pressure
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems (EMRs) a strong asset
