Medical Assistant

Medi-Weightloss®; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Medi-Weightloss of Brookfield, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and front office duties. The role involves taking patient vitals, performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and handling insurance-related tasks within a patient-centered clinic.

The candidate will work approximately 16–20 hours weekly (Tue/Thu 3p-7p, Fri 8a-1p, Sat 7a-1p). Strong communication and initiative are essential, with exercise-related training a plus. Assist with marketing and clinic operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Front office experience including handling insurance
• Clinical skills in EKG and phlebotomy
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Exercise-related training is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with vitals, EKG and phlebotomy; front office duties
• Answer and route calls using a multi-line phone system
• Follow up with patients on progress and concerns
• Monitor inventory of clinical and office supplies
• Scan and upload documents to patient files
• Support clinic marketing and profitability efforts
• Train staff on daily procedures as requested by manager/physician

Skills

Front office experience

EKG

Phlebotomy

Communication skills

Insurance knowledge

Exercise knowledge

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Medical Assistant

Position:

Medical Assistant

Company:

Medi-Weightloss of Brookfield, CT

Tuesday & Thursday (3p-7p), Friday (8a-1p), Sat (7a-1p) **approx. 16-20hrs per week

About Us:

Join our thriving team at Medi-Weightloss of Brookfield, CT where we're dedicated to transforming lives by helping individuals achieve their health and weight loss goals. Our personalized medical weight loss programs, combined with a supportive and caring environment, make us a leader in the industry. We are seeking a talented and experienced Medical Assistant with front office expertise to enhance our team.

Why Join Us:

• Dynamic Team Culture: Be part of a talented and collaborative team committed to excellence in patient care.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Thrive in an environment that values your skills and offers opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

Primary Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role with primary responsibilities that include patient vitals, EKG, phlebotomy, and front office duties. We value team players with clinical skills and experience in insurance and VOB. Exercise knowledge a plus.

Administrative Duties:

• Utilize a multi-line phone system to answer and appropriately route all incoming calls.
• Conduct follow-up calls to discuss patient progress and address concerns.
• Refer non-routine, sensitive, or complex requests to the appropriate staff member.
• Ensure exceptional patient service by maintaining a friendly environment, greeting patients, and upholding outstanding standards.
• Assist with monitoring daily inventory levels of clinical and office supplies.
• Perform daily scanning and uploading of documents in patient files.
• Train additional staff on daily procedures when requested by the office manager and/or physician.
• Participate in clinic marketing efforts and provide ongoing support to promote clinic profitability and success.

Clinical Duties (varied based on credentials):

• Obtain patient vitals, EKG, and perform phlebotomy.
• Administer IM injections.
• Prepare laboratory order forms and obtain patient laboratory results.
• Assist physicians or mid-level practitioners with patient referrals to other healthcare professionals.
• Document patient progress notes in the patient chart and/or EMR.
• Conduct follow-up calls to patients to discuss progress and address concerns.
• Perform other clinical duties as required.

Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Medical Assistant certification.
• Front office experience, including insurance and VOB knowledge.
• Clinical experience in EKG and phlebotomy.
• Prior experience and training in exercise (a plus).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary:

[Competitive, Commensurate with Experience]