Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Front Desk

Summit Health; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health in Bloomfield, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, or NPs with clinical and clerical tasks. You will prepare exam rooms, assist during visits, and maintain patient flow while documenting in the EHR and PMS.

You will handle vital signs, medication lists, allergies, and referral orders with accuracy. The role requires a high school diploma or MA program completion, and BLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares examination room and patient for visit.
• Maintains efficient patient flow and timely scheduling.
• Documents vital signs and patient information in EHR.
• Assists with procedures and administers basic care as directed.
• Manages supplies, orders, and room preparation for next patient.
• Ensures patient safety and proper disposal of medical waste.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient care

Task management

EHR documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant program

BLS certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Summit Health in Bloomfield, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, or NPs with clinical and clerical tasks. You will prepare exam rooms, assist during visits, and maintain patient flow while documenting in the EHR and PMS.

You will handle vital signs, medication lists, allergies, and referral orders with accuracy. The role requires a high school diploma or MA program completion, and BLS is preferred.