Medical Assistant
Fair Haven Community Health Care·New Haven, Connecticut
Fair Haven Community Health Care·New Haven, Connecticut
The Medical Assistant works within a patient-centered care team to prepare patients efficiently and ensure smooth workflow. Key duties include documenting chief complaints, reviewing medications, taking vital signs, and providing administrative support.
Fair Haven Community Health Care For over 54 years, FHCHC has been an innovative and vibrant community health center, catering to multiple generations with over 165,000 office visits across 21 locations.
Guided by a Board of Directors, most of whom are patients themselves, we take pride in being a healthcare leader dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable medical and dental care to everyone, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.
Our extensive range of primary and specialty care services, along with evidence-based programs, empowers patients to make informed choices about their health.
As we expand our reach to underserved areas, our commitment to prioritizing patient needs remains unwavering.
FHCHC's mission is to enhance the health and social well-being of the communities we serve through equitable, high-quality, and culturally responsive patient-centered care.
Medical Assistant The Medical Assistant is a member of the patient centered medical care team and is responsible for working with providers, nurses and other front office staff to prepare patients in an efficient manner and ensure a smooth and consistent workflow.
Medical assistants perform many tasks some of which include: Documentation of chief complaint, Review of medications and allergies, Vital signs, completing preventive health screenings, lab test and or other procedures.
Administrative support
High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of a Medical Assistant program (diploma) from an accredited school or be certified as a medical assistant with one year of experience. Basic Life Support Certification is also required. Oral and written proficiency in English, bi-lingual fluency in Spanish preferred. The selected candidate will have a thorough knowledge of medical terminology and relevant procedures, excellent written, electronic and oral communication skills, above average critical thinking and problem solving skills and strong
A sign on bonus of $3000.00 Major medical, dental and vision Voluntary benefits (AFLAC plan, STD, LTD & Life Insurance) Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition reimbursement And much more… American with Disabilities Requirements: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis. Fair Haven Community Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FHCHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or certification with one year of experience. Basic Life Support Certification and proficiency in English are required, with Spanish fluency preferred.
Market context
Medical assistant openings in Connecticut are typically driven by ongoing outpatient, primary care, and specialty clinic staffing needs. This role is competitive because employers often want an accredited Medical Assistant program or certification, one year of experience, Basic Life Support, and strong English skills, with Spanish fluency preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification and BLS status before applying.
