Medical Assistant: Dynamic Patient Care & Front Desk

Hartford HealthCare; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare Westerly is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide basic clinical and clerical support in patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education. You will perform vitals, screenings, health history and documentation, under provider direction.

The role includes front desk coverage, scheduling, chart prep, and occasional float to other offices based on business needs, with a Mon-Fri schedule at 45 Wells St Westerly RI. Training and ongoing development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent certification.
• BLS credential from American Heart Association obtained within 90 days of hire.
• All required credentials maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under provider supervision: vitals, history, screenings, health maintenance, and documentation.
• Perform manual blood pressure and ECGs.
• Support administrative duties and front desk coverage as needed; assist with scheduling, referrals, and chart prep.
• Floats to other Hartford HealthCare offices based on business needs.

Skills

Direct patient care

Clinical support

Administrative duties

Front desk coverage

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma

CT CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Hartford HealthCare Westerly is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide basic clinical and clerical support in patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education. You will perform vitals, screenings, health history and documentation, under provider direction.

The role includes front desk coverage, scheduling, chart prep, and occasional float to other offices based on business needs, with a Mon-Fri schedule at 45 Wells St Westerly RI. Training and ongoing development are emphasized.