Compassionate Medical Assistant & Patient Care Pro

Southwest Community Health Center Inc; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Community Health Center Inc. seeks a Medical Assistant to work with clinicians and nurses within a patient-centered medical home. You will prepare patients for visits, document vital signs, review medications and allergies, and assist with lab tests under clinician guidance.

The role requires proficiency in medical terminology, strong communication skills, and a willingness to support administrative tasks and patient care in a compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Excellent written, electronic and oral communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with computers and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Process patients according to policies and standards.
• Assist staff to ensure smooth department operations.
• Follow Infection Control and OSHA policies.
• Prepare patients for clinician visits and document chief complaints.
• Record vital signs, meds, allergies, and screening info.
• Perform CLIA waived tests as required.
• Manage patient calls and documentation for nurses/clinicians.
• Support administrative duties and digitize records in EPIC EHR.
• Stock exam rooms and attend department meetings.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and assist as interpreter when needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Computer skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program diploma

Certified Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Southwest Community Health Center Inc. seeks a Medical Assistant to work with clinicians and nurses within a patient-centered medical home. You will prepare patients for visits, document vital signs, review medications and allergies, and assist with lab tests under clinician guidance.

The role requires proficiency in medical terminology, strong communication skills, and a willingness to support administrative tasks and patient care in a compliant environment.