Medical Assistant - Glastonbury Primary Care

Trinity Health Of New England; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits effective day 1

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England’s Glastonbury Primary Care Practice is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical support on the day shift. You will room patients, take vital signs, assist with procedures, and document in the electronic health record.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least 6 months of related experience; an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance or national certification is a plus. We offer growth opportunities and benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience required.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance or national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms; prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Obtains pertinent history and records, including chief complaint and allergies; takes vital signs.
• Processes and files lab/diagnostic results and notes in the chart for physician review.
• Coordinates patient flow with receptionists to ensure timely visits.
• Assists front office with calls, scheduling, and related tasks.

Skills

Medical assisting

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance

National Certification as Medical Assistant

Job description

Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day ShiftDescription: You will provide clinical support for the Glastonbury Primary Care Practice, stepping in to assist where coverage is needed most. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, administering medications, assisting with procedures, and maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic health record. Adapts quickly to different workflows and collaborates with a wide range of care teams to ensure smooth, high-quality patient experiences. Ideal for someone who is adaptable, organized, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment.

What you will do:

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares patients for examination and treatment.

• Obtains pertinent history, enters into the medical record including chief complaint, medical and surgical history, allergies, medications, and appropriate review of systems, and takes/documents patient vital signs.

• Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician.

• Coordinates patient flow in the office. Collaborates with receptionist to make certain that patients are seen in a timely and efficient manner.

• Assists front office personnel by answering the telephone, scheduling patient appointments, and other tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience is required

• Knowledge of medical assisting normally associated with obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance is preferred, National Certification as a Medical Assistant a plus

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Day shift – Full Time – 40 Hours

• Great benefits effective day 1!

• Growth Opportunities!

• Inclusive Culture!

We are a group of primary care providers, specialists and surgeons serving patients in Connecticut and western Massachusetts. Part of Trinity Health Of New England, we offer primary care, specialty care, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and imaging and lab services for thousands of patients every year.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.