Medical Assistant: Elevate Patient Care & Workflow

Summit Health; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs and NPs with clerical duties, patient flow and care procedures. You will prepare exam rooms, escort patients, and maintain efficient operations across satellite locations.

You will collect vitals, update medication lists and allergies in the EHR, schedule appointments, and assist with referrals while upholding safety, accuracy, and compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Basic proficiency in computer use.
• Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the examination room and escorts patients as they arrive.
• Maintains efficient patient flow and ensures proper preparation for visits.
• Documents vitals and updates medications/allergies in the EHR.
• Schedules appointments per departmental guidelines and manages calls.
• Stock and order supplies; enter orders in PMS and EHR.
• Provide referrals and/or consult orders in a timely manner.
• Adheres to universal safety precautions during care and disposal.
• Provides scribing services and supports transition of care to hospital.

Skills

English (oral & writing)

Multitasking

Computer literacy

EHR documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

EHR software

PMS system

Job description

Summit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs and NPs with clerical duties, patient flow and care procedures. You will prepare exam rooms, escort patients, and maintain efficient operations across satellite locations.

You will collect vitals, update medication lists and allergies in the EHR, schedule appointments, and assist with referrals while upholding safety, accuracy, and compassionate patient care.