Patient-Focused Medical Assistant | Bilingual Preferred

SWCHC, Inc.; Bridgeport, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SWCHC, Inc. in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Medical Assistant to work with clinicians and nurses in a patient-centered medical home. You will document chief complaints, review allergies, record vitals, and support lab testing per protocol.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, efficient patient preparation, and collaboration with the clinical team while following ADA and HIPAA guidelines. Bilingual Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with MA training or certification.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Fluent English with bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process patients according to policies and standards.
• Assist staff to ensure smooth department operation.
• Document chief complaints, medications, allergies, vital signs.
• Prepare patients for clinician visits and perform tests per protocols.
• Respond to patient inquiries under nurse/clinician guidance.
• Digitize records in EPIC EHR and schedule appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality and assist in room stocking as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Spanish language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or MA certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

SWCHC, Inc. in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Medical Assistant to work with clinicians and nurses in a patient-centered medical home. You will document chief complaints, review allergies, record vitals, and support lab testing per protocol.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, efficient patient preparation, and collaboration with the clinical team while following ADA and HIPAA guidelines. Bilingual Spanish is preferred.