Medical Assistant (Float)

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant Float to support Waterbury and Bristol centers. You’ll join a team dedicated to delivering compassionate care across multiple urgent care locations.

You will perform vital signs, EKGs, testing, specimen collection, and assist with patient intake, documentation, and follow-up care while providing front-office support and maintaining a safe, organized clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant training preferred.
• EHR/EMR experience preferred.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to different teams and clinical environments.

Responsibilities

• Support providers with patient care and treatments.
• Perform vital signs, EKGs, testing, and specimen collection.
• Assist with patient intake, documentation, and follow-up care.
• Provide front-office support as needed.
• Help maintain a safe, organized clinical environment.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

CPR certification

Education

Medical Assistant training

Tools

EHR/EMR experience

Job description

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Medical Assistant (Float)

Waterbury Full time Medical Assistant Waterbury, Waterbury, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2698

Salary Range: $20.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Become part of a team connected to one of the region's most respected healthcare organizations.

As a Medical Assistant Float supporting our Waterbury and Bristol centers, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinical teams while serving diverse communities and gaining exposure to different care environments. This role offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to build a broad healthcare skillset while making a meaningful impact on patients across our urgent care network.

Why Join Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care?

• Supportive, team-oriented culture
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Flexible, human-centered scheduling
• Exposure to multiple urgent care locations and patient populations
• Proudly affiliated with Yale New Haven Health

Waterbury & Bristol Team Spotlight

While each center has its own unique personality, both Waterbury and Bristol share a commitment to teamwork, patient-centered care, and supporting one another every day.

The Waterbury team is known for being hard-working, loyal, and highly team-oriented. Team members work closely together to care for a diverse patient population and thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and resilience are essential.

The Bristol team offers a calm, positive, and welcoming atmosphere. Leadership describes the center as a "zen-like" environment where team members genuinely enjoy working together while efficiently managing a steady patient flow throughout the day.

As a float Medical Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to experience the strengths of both locations while expanding your clinical skills, building relationships across teams, and contributing to exceptional patient care.

Whether you're an experienced Medical Assistant or looking to continue growing your healthcare career, this position offers valuable exposure, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

What Our Patients Say

"Excellent staff and friendly environment."
– Waterbury Patient

"I was treated very professionally. They asked many questions throughout the procedure pertaining to what they were doing and to my comfort. I can't say enough about how good the experience was. Thanks, I'll be back when needed. Keep up the great work."
– Bristol Patient

These experiences reflect the compassionate care, professionalism, and patient-first mindset that define both teams.

What You’ll Do

• Support providers with patient care and treatments
• Perform vital signs, EKGs, testing, and specimen collection
• Assist with patient intake, documentation, and follow-up care
• Provide front-office support as needed
• Help maintain a safe, organized clinical environment
• Deliver outstanding customer service to patients and families

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant training preferred
• EHR/EMR experience preferred
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to different teams and clinical environments

Compensation

$20-$26/hour based on experience

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a role that offers variety, professional growth, and the opportunity to work with exceptional teams across multiple locations, we’d love to connect. As a Medical Assistant Float supporting Waterbury and Bristol, you'll gain valuable experience serving diverse patient populations, expanding your clinical expertise, and helping deliver outstanding care to every patient who walks through our doors.

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care is an equal-opportunity employer. We recognize and celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. At Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care, we’re committed to maintaining an inclusive and transparent environment where every voice is heard and acknowledged. The Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care team embraces our differences and knows that our diverse culture is a strength that drives our success.