Lead Medical Assistant — Pediatrics

Bristol Hospital Group; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Health is seeking a Full-Time Administrative Support professional at our Bristol, CT campus. The role focuses on front desk reception, patient registration, appointment scheduling, and basic billing tasks to ensure smooth clinic operations.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and preference for Medical Assisting training or related experience, with CPR certification often required. This position supports Practice Manager and medical staff across daily activities in a busy

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting training or 1 year of direct patient care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Answers phones and processes patient information and demographics.
• Reviews and enters patient data, including insurance details, into the system.
• Assists Office Manager with projects and daily tasks.
• Manages reception area and maintains a neat workspace.
• Schedules patient appointments and handles registrations and insurance verifications.
• Collects co-pays and processes payments with accuracy.
• Obtains authorizations for visits and procedures within required timelines.
• Maintains compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Phone handling

Patient registration

Medical office procedures

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting training or related experience

Job description

Bristol Health is seeking a Full-Time Administrative Support professional at our Bristol, CT campus. The role focuses on front desk reception, patient registration, appointment scheduling, and basic billing tasks to ensure smooth clinic operations.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and preference for Medical Assisting training or related experience, with CPR certification often required. This position supports Practice Manager and medical staff across daily activities in a busy