Medical Assistant -West Hartford Primary Care

Medical Assistant

Position Purpose: Are you a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant ready to make a difference in our West Hartford Primary Care Practice? We're looking for a dedicated professional to join our dynamic care team! In this role, you'll be the first friendly face our patients see, playing a vital part in delivering high-quality care. You'll escort patients to exam rooms, take and document vital signs, update medical histories, and ensure accurate charting in the electronic medical record. Your role is key in supporting our providers and creating a smooth, welcoming experience for every patient who walks through our doors.

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 :

• Full Time40 Hours - 10 hour days, Tuesday - Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
• 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

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.