Medical Assistant - Primary Care (FT, M-F + 1 Sat) Sign-On

Moses Weitzman Health System; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Day Street Community Health Center in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and technical support for primary care providers. You will implement planned care items using electronic tools to ensure efficient and accurate workflow, monitor equipment, and perform CLIA waived tests, EKG, and vision/hearing assessments.

You will collaborate with the care team to prepare patients, document chief complaints and vital signs, and coordinate tests and referrals to ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited/recognized school
• Medical Assistant board certification (AAMA, NHA, NCCT) or AMT registration or obtained within 90 days of hire
• EKG use, appointment scheduling, word processing and computer skills, and familiarity with medical testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and technical support for primary care providers.
• Implement planned care items using electronic tools to ensure efficient workflow.
• Monitor equipment and perform clinical testing per OSHA and CLIA standards.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, specialists, and the care team.
• Prepare patients for visits and document chief complaints and vital signs.
• Perform CLIA waived tests, EKG, and hearing/vision tests.
• Manage referrals and tests scheduling in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and stock exam rooms.

Skills

CPR certified

EKG use

Appointment scheduling

Word processing

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Medical Assistant course

Medical Assistant certification/registration within 90 days

Tools

Electronic health record

Job description

Day Street Community Health Center in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and technical support for primary care providers. You will implement planned care items using electronic tools to ensure efficient and accurate workflow, monitor equipment, and perform CLIA waived tests, EKG, and vision/hearing assessments.

You will collaborate with the care team to prepare patients, document chief complaints and vital signs, and coordinate tests and referrals to ensure