Medical Assistant - Cardiology Stamford

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Benefits from day one

Generous PTO

Retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Stamford Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for our Cardiology practice in CT. The role supports clinicians in evaluating patients, preparing exam rooms, collecting specimens, and performing basic lab tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.

You will work Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm with primary duties at the Tully Center, and occasional coverage at other CT locations. A Medical Assistant certification is required, with BLS/Heart Saver certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification/diploma from accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• National certification preferred.
• Heart Saver or BLS certification required.
• Two years’ job experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and team orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in outpatient physician practice under the direction of the physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse.
• Assist with clinical and clerical duties to ensure optimization of patient experience within the practice.
• Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries.
• Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; helping them to position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; drawing blood; preparing patients for x-rays; taking electrocardiograms; removing sutures; changing dressings.
• Completes records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results.
• Schedule hospital procedures, surgeries and tests. Precert and obtain test results.
• Handle phone calls and messages for prescriptions, notes, forms, etc.
• Complete disability and insurance forms.
• Maintain clinical flow in all areas of the practice.

Skills

Patient care

Phone/customer service

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant program

National Certification preferred

Heart Saver OR BLS Certification required

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Job Description

We have an opening for a passionate Medical Assistant in our Cardiology practice!

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus available

Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program is required and will not consider applications without it.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The primary location of this position is the Tully Center (32 Strawberry Hill Court). However, flexibility to provide coverage at any of the below locations is needed.
1500 Post Road, Darien, CT
29 Hospital Plaza, 5th Floor, Stamford, CT
75 Holly Hill Lane, Greenwich, CT
148 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT
36 Grove Street, New Canaan, CT

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (no nights, no weekends!)
• Comprehensive Benefits Effective Day One of Employment: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions
• Career Growth Opportunities within a leading healthcare system
• Supportive Team Environment focused on collaboration and patient care

Major Accountabilities / Critical Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in outpatient physician practice under the direction of the practicing physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse.
• Assist with clinical and clerical duties to ensure optimization of patient experience within the practice.
• Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries.
• Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; helping them to position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; drawing blood; preparing patients for x-rays; taking electrocardiograms; removing sutures; changing dressings.
• Completes records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results.
• Schedule hospital procedures, surgeries and tests. Precert and obtain test results.
• Handle phone calls and messages for prescriptions, notes, forms, etc.
• Complete disability and insurance forms.
• Maintain clinical flow in all areas of the practice.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant school/program required.
• National Certification preferred.
• Heart Saver OR BLS Certification required
• Two years job experience is preferred.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills ( MS Office, Word, Excel)
• Demonstrates strong phone/customer service skills
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written English proficiency required
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility due to unexpected changes in workload.

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