Griffin Health in Shelton to host job fair for medical assistant positions

SHELTON - Griffin Health will host a job fair for individuals interested in becoming a Medical Assistant (MA) within its organization on March 1 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Griffin Faculty Physicians Family Health Center, 110 Commerce Drive.

The fair is a fast-track employment opportunity with on-site interviews and a firsthand look at Griffin’s compassionate care. 

It includes tours of a Griffin primary and specialty care office and a meet-and-greet with fellow Griffin caregivers. There will also be free raffles and a free gift for all attendees.

Griffin Health MAs fulfill patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, accompanying patients to exam rooms, document patient history, charting, and collecting specimens. Additionally, they perform patient screening, including documenting patient history, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining vitals, and assist doctors with physical exam and office procedures as necessary.

A high school diploma or GED is required. Graduates of medical assistant/medical office assistant programs are preferred. 

Individuals with experience as a certified nursing assistant, multi-skilled technician or patient care technician are invited to apply and receive on-the-job training to enhance their skillset and grow into an MA role. Experience working in a surgical office strongly preferred, and experience with electronic medical records is required.

To register for the fair and learn more about the MA positions, visit www.griffinhealth.org/ma-job-fair.

This is a press release from Griffin Health. 

Griffin Hospital School in Derby accepting applications for health career programs

The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for the winter 2023 semesters./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206 is accepting applications for the 2023 winter semesters of its Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, and Patient Care Technician programs. 

The accelerated CNA and MA programs start Jan. 9, and Phlebotomy and PCT will begin Jan. 10.

The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed classroom schedule with classes Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 

The CNA content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care. 

Students will practice skills prior to their clinical experience. The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term care facility. The clinical hours are 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a total of 40 hours. 

After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. 

The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook, CPR training, a 40-hour clinical rotation, and liability insurance. 

The 17-week PCT program requires students to attend didactic and skills review on Mondays and Fridays, and have the option to take the 14-week Phlebotomy program on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday either during the day or evening. 

The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped hospital simulation room and during clinical experience at the hospital or long-term care facility. 

The 14-week Phlebotomy program offers 32-40 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations, and national certification exams. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.

The MA program runs for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians primary care and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology. 

Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers. The MA course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, online modules and certification practice tests, clinical externships, and national certification exam.  College credits are offered for eligible certification earners. 

The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with Meritize to offer student loans in which applicants can enhance credit evaluation and loan options by sharing their academic profiles. 

Pre-approval is available at https://apply.meritize.com. 

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED and is proficient in the English language may apply for admission. The primary COVID-19 vaccination series and booster are required prior to enrollment. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

About the School of Allied Health Careers

Griffin Hospital's School of Allied Health Careers was one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and offers Phlebotomy and other professional educational programs to provide training, education, and certification in selected health careers. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners. Classes are taught by certified instructors or Master’s prepared nurses in the Griffin Hospital Medical Building at 300 Seymour Ave., Derby.

Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers accepting applications

The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for the fall semester./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., is accepting applications for the fall semesters of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant (MA), and Patient Care Technician (PCT) programs.

There will be two sessions of the accelerated CNA program, starting Sept.12 and Nov. 7. The fall sessions for Phlebotomy and PCT will start on Sept. 13, and the MA session is set to start in October.

The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed classroom schedule with classes Monday through Thursday from 5-9 p.m. in September and from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in November. 

CNA content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.

Students will practice skills prior to their clinical experience. The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long term stay facility. The clinical hours are 5-10 p.m. in September and from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in November, totaling 40 hours. 

After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook, CPR training, a 40-hour clinical rotation, and liability insurance.

The 17-week PCT program requires students to attend didactic and skills review on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and have the option to take the 14-week Phlebotomy course on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays either during the day from 9 a.m.-noon or during the evening from 6-9 p.m. The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 160 hours of clinical experience.

The 14-week Phlebotomy course will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with the option of day classes from 9 a.m.-noon or evening classes from 6-9 p.m. The program offers 32-40 hours of clinical experience. 

The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations, and national certification exams. College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.

The MA program runs for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians’ primary care offices and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology. 

Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers. The MA course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, online modules and certification practice tests, clinical externships, and national certification exam.  College credits are offered for eligible certification earners.

The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with Meritize to offer student loans in which applicants can enhance credit evaluation and loan options by sharing their academic profiles. Pre-approval is available at https://apply.meritize.com.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED and is proficient in the English language may apply for admission. 

A primary COVID-19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment as well as the booster. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin Hospital offers discount on application to School of Allied Health Careers

50% OFF YOUR APPLICATION FEE Take advantage of this limited time offer to jump-start your healthcare career.  When you apply for the May 17 semester, we will take half-off your application fee. Don't wait - email us today to request an application. GAIN CLINICAL EXPERIENCE IN A HOSPITAL SETTING Accredited by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and approved by the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the school prepares students to become high-demand healthcare professionals that can perform both clinical and administrative duties in a variety of settings including medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers, general medicine, and specialty practices. SUCCESSFUL JOB OFFERS Every student that graduated from last semester's class received lucrative career-launching offers immediately. You have the opportunity to begin making a difference in people's lives right away. Enroll now and you can play a vital role in helping people live healthier lives.   START A NEW CAREER IN JUST OVER 6 MONTHS The Griffin Health School of Allied Health Careers Certified Clinical Medical Assistant program can help you become a Medical Assistant in just 28 weeks!  Visit us online at griffinhealth.org/allied-health or email us to learn more!

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin in Derby accepting applications for CNA, medical assistant programs

The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for the spring semester of its Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant programs./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, at 300 Seymour Ave. Suite 206, is accepting applications for the spring semester of its Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant programs.

The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule. 

There will be an evening semester starting March 15 with classes Monday through Thursday from 5-9 p.m.

Course content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care. 

Students will practice skills prior to their clinical experience. The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital from 5-10 p.m. for evening hours, totaling 40 hours. 

After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. 

The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book, CPR training, and malpractice insurance coverage for the clinical rotation.

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training program will start in April.

The program prepares students to become multi-skilled healthcare professionals that specialize in outpatient settings. Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices. This program also provides the diversity of other job options in the hospital or laboratory setting.

The program runs for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians’ primary care offices and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical, and cardiology.

Topics covered in the program include anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, clinical procedures, aseptic techniques, minor surgical procedures, phlebotomy, electrocardiogram, pathology and law and ethics in the medical field, as well as general administrative skills including electronic health records, insurance billing and coding, formatting documents, basic accounting and patient scheduling.

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training program is offered twice a year.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission.

The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with Meritize to offer student loans in which applicants can enhance credit evaluation and loan options by sharing their academic profiles. 

Pre-approval is available at https://apply.meritize.com.

Early application is encouraged, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

 

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin Hospital in Derby to offer medical assistant training program

Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers to offer a new Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training program./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206, will offer a new Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training program starting Jan. 14.

The program prepares students to become multi-skilled health care professionals that specialize in outpatient settings. Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. 
Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices. This program also provides the diversity of other job options in the hospital or laboratory setting.

The program will run for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians’ primary care offices and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology.

Topics covered in the program include anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, clinical procedures, aseptic techniques, minor surgical procedures, phlebotomy, electrocardiogram, pathology, and law and ethics in the medical field, as well as general administrative skills including electronic health records, insurance billing and coding, formatting documents, basic accounting and patient scheduling.

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training program will be offered twice a year.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

About the School of Allied Health Careers
Griffin Hospital's School of Allied Health Careers was one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Office of Higher Education and offers Phlebotomy and other professional educational programs to provide training, education, and certification in selected health careers. 
Classes are taught by certified instructors in the Griffin Hospital Medical Building, 300 Seymour Ave.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin Health in Derby to offer medical assistant training

Griffin Health has partnered with the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement to offer medical assistant training in September./ Contributed photo 

DERBY - Griffin Health is proud to announce it has joined with one of the nation’s most innovative training program for medical assistants, the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement, to offer affordable, cutting-edge training to those seeking a career in health care. 

Applications are being accepted now for the class that will begin in September.

“Griffin is committed to improving the health of our community and providing a wide range of educational opportunities”, said Adam M. Dworkin, JD, MBA, Vice President of Operations for Executive for Griffin Faculty Physicians. “This program offers a rewarding career for graduates and a great starting point for those who want to pursue a clinical career in healthcare. We hope that many of our students will ultimately decide to work at Griffin following graduation.”

Central to the program is hands-on clinical experience at partner medical offices such as Griffin Faculty Physicians, combined with the latest online educational instruction, during a seven-month program. Each student works closely with a senior Medical Assistant preceptor to develop the skills and experience needed to work in a high functioning, patient-centered medical team.

NIMAA tuition, at $6,000 for 2018, offers an alternative to more expensive programs. With a 96 percent graduation rate and many students offered employment in the clinics where they undertook their clinical practice, this is an exciting opportunity to enter the growing field of health care.

“We are delighted that Griffin Health is partnering with us to provide this opportunity in Connecticut,” said Naveen Kanithi, Chief Executive Officer of NIMAA. 

“Students being able to practice their skills in first-rate clinics at the same time that we teach them online is an essential part of the unique NIMAA experience.”

For more information and to apply online, visit nimaa.org.

About Griffin Faculty Physicians

Griffin Faculty Physicians is a non-profit, multi-specialty group affiliated with the award-winning, patient-centered Griffin Hospital. Specialties include primary care, gastroenterology, cardiology, geriatrics, general and bariatric surgery, breast surgery, urology, and cardio-thoracic surgery. 

Offices are located throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley and surrounding towns.

About the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement

NIMAA is a learning institute focused on a new and innovative approach to medical assistant training created in partnership between Community Health Center, Inc. of Connecticut, and Salud Family Health Centers of Colorado. 

The NIMAA program combines the latest online teaching tools with experiential learning in high-performing clinics to train medical assistants to be effective members of the primary care team in community health centers and other health care organizations.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.