Medical Assistant - MS Center Physicians Hartford

IHA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

Great benefits effective day 1

Competitive pay

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking a Medical Assistant in Hartford, CT. The role supports office visits by preparing patients, escorting them to treatment rooms, and collecting pertinent information for the medical record, with documentation in the chart.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, acting as a scribe between patient and physician, and coordinating patient flow to maintain efficient, timely care. Day shift, full-time position with benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience.
• Knowledge of medical assisting with an Associate’s Degree preferred; certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments; escort to treatment rooms.
• Record patient history, vital signs, and chief complaints in the chart.
• Document lab/diagnostic results in the medical record after physician review.
• Assist with patient flow and front desk tasks to ensure timely visits.

Skills

Medical assisting

Education

Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance

National Certification as a Medical Assistant

Job description

Description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Position Purpose

This Medical Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for office visits, performing tasks including escorting patient to treatment rooms, obtaining pertinent patient information for medical records, and documenting information in patients’ chart.

What You Will Do

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Ensures patient is given appropriate clothing in preparation for the expected physical exam or minor surgeries
• 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. In treatment rooms, serves as a scribe between patient and physician, documenting all relevant information.
• Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician. Assures accurate and complete documentation on patient records and notifies providers and other departments of diagnostic testing results.
• 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!
• Competitive pay

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.