Medical Assistant Float- Gastroenterology

Connecticut, LLC; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hamden, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant Float to support various providers and assist with patient intake and procedures. This full-time role requires a high school diploma, completion of a medical assisting program, certification preferred, and at least 5 years of experience in a medical setting. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, maintaining medical inventory, documenting in electronic records, and coordinating appointments. The position requires excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Required to have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must complete a medical assisting program.
• Preferred to have certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Needs 5 years of experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Support providers within a division.
• Travel to different locations to support providers.
• Train new hires and answer workflow questions.
• Escort patients to their rooms and complete intake.
• Document patient communications in EHR.

Skills

Excellent computer skills with electronic medical records

Excellent verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Excellent judgment and organizational skills

Thorough understanding of MA position

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of a medical assisting program

Certification as a Medical Assistant

5 years of experience in a medical setting

Job description

Medical Assistant Float - Gastroenterology

Job Category: Clinical Support for Medical Offices

Requisition Number: MEDIC001705

• Posted : April 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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PACT and PACT MSO Gastroenterology Center
Hamden, CT 06518, USA

Description

Salary Range: $20.00 to $25.00 an hour

By adhering to Connecticut State Law, pay ranges are posted. The pay rate will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge of position and comparison to others who are already in this role within the company.

COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Considerations
Masks are optional for employees, visitors, patients, vendors, etc. All employees are strongly encouraged and recommended to obtain the COVID-19 vaccination routinely. Proof of annual flu vaccination is required for all employees.

Essential Functions

• Supports any and all providers within a division.
• Travels to different locations to support the division and provider.
• May train new hires and answer clinical and workflow questions from staff.
• Escort patients to room and complete patient intake per EHR workflow. This may include but not limited to collecting and charting patient histories, performing necessary screenings, checking patient vital signs, reconciling medications.
• Performs and assistany procedures requested by the provider.
• Review schedules and organize patient flow, prepare pre-visit preparations for patients.
• Recalls on patient visits
• Proper maintenance of medical waste and laundering of patient linen apparel
• Resuscitation equipment maintenance
• Document any telephone communication involving a patient in EHR
• Triage patient calls; Physician calls triage and physician to physician communication
• Coordinating physician schedule by making appointments / rescheduling.
• Responsible for schedule utilization, cancelation and wait list management.
• Schedules tests, procedures, and lab appointments.
• Obtains authorization if test or procedure is within 24-48 hours of scheduled time.
• Call patients with results, enters follow up/recalls in EHR
• Provides patient education for test and procedure preparations, directions to the facility, and contact information.
• Performs other assignments/projects from time to time as authorized by management.
• Proper maintenance of inventory levels in exam rooms, through ordering, receipt and restocking of supplies
• Report visits from VNA to physicians and intake orders from physicians to VNA
• Pre and post op discussions with patients
• Communicates with patient when Office Visit is required before refills can be completed.
• Fill out all FMLA and Short-term Disability forms

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent computer skills with use of an electronic medical record required.
• Excellent verbal and written communications
• Excellent quality of work including attention to detail.
• Excellent judgment and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Knows and has demonstrated a thorough understanding of the MA position both clinically and administratively including workflow and tasks.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a medical assisting program
• Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a medical setting required

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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