Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

Summit Health Management; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health Management in Wethersfield, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and extenders in an Internal Medicine setting. The role focuses on patient flow, room preparation, vitals, documentation in EHR, and coordination with the Practice Management System.

Strong English communication and multitasking are essential. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is preferred.
• Excellent English communication, both spoken and written.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with healthcare software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination rooms and assist with patient flow and room turnover.
• Take and document vital signs (BP, temp, pulse, height, weight) and record in EHR.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments per guidelines.
• Assist in entering orders and managing referrals in PMS/EHR.
• Recognize and report safety concerns; communicate with supervisors promptly.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduated from accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR

PMS

Job description

## Medical Assistant - Internal MedicineApplylocations: Wethersfield, CTtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R52762# **About Our Company**We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.**Please Note:** We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.# **Job Description**Job DescriptionThe Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians, PA, or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care, and procedures. **Essential Job Functions:*** Prepares the examination room. Escorts patient into the room. Cleans examination room when the exam is complete.* Maintains efficient patient flow.* Ensures proper preparation for patient visits.* Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visits.* Communicates & provides care consistent with the age, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs of the patient.* Answers the telephone in an appropriate manner. Directs calls and/or takes accurate messages.* Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately according to departmental guidelines.* Consistently and accurately stocks examination rooms with all necessary supplies.* Assists in ordering and maintaining all supplies as assigned.* Reconciles encounters daily and accurately, according to policy guidelines.* Effectively communicates problems, concerns, or issues to the Supervisor and/or Manager appropriately and promptly.* Understands and performs within the scope of practice.* Obtains vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR.* Reviews and updates medication list and accurately documents knew allergies in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Demonstrates an understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures.* Accurately documents allergies in EHR.* Employs appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR.* Appropriately enters orders and schedules appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR.* Provides referrals and/or consult orders appropriately and in a timely manner in the PMS and EHR.* Appropriately adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposal of medical waste.* Maintains proficiency with department specific equipment, troubleshoot, and reports malfunctions promptly* Facilitates transition of care to UCC/Hospital* Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules.* All other duties as assigned* Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned.* Provide scribing services.**General Job Functions:*** Other duties as assigned**Physical Job Requirements:*** Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.* Physical agility, which includes the ability to maneuver the body while in place.* Dexterity of hands and fingers.* Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).**Environmental Risks:*** Allergens: dust, mold, and/or pollen* Combative Patients / Visitors**Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:*** High School Diploma or GED required* Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program, required* Basic Life Support (BLS), preferred* Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, required* Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner, required* Basic proficiency in computer use, required* Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed, required**Travel:*** Travel to satellite locations as needed