Medical Assistant - Rheumatology

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide flexible clinical support across various specialty practices. This role involves rooming patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with procedures, all while ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and possess strong organizational skills. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality patient care and experience a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion from day one. This opportunity offers competitive pay and growth potential in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Great benefits effective day 1

Competitive pay

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, with 6 months of related experience.
• Knowledge of medical assisting preferred, certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, and maintain documentation.
• Assist with procedures and coordinate patient flow in the office.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medical Documentation

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Medical Assistance

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

Medical Assistant – Float (Multi-Specialty) provides flexible clinical support across a variety of specialty practices, 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!
• Competitive pay
• 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 to Diversity and Inclusion:

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.