Trinity Health·Southbury, Connecticut
The Medical Assistant supports providers by rooming patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with clinical procedures. They also manage patient flow, document information in the electronic health record, and coordinate diagnostic test results.
Employment type: Full time
Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group is looking for a Medical Assistant to join Primary care office located in Southbury.
The Medical Assistant supports patients and providers in a fast-paced Primary care Practice. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, collecting specimens, and ensuring accurate documentation in the electronic health record. Prepares exam rooms and helps maintain a smooth patient flow throughout the day. Ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrives in a collaborative clinical environment.
Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Ensures patient is given appropriate clothing in preparation for the expected physical exam or minor surgeries
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. In treatment rooms, serves as a scribe between patient and physician, documenting all relevant information.
Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician. Assures accurate and complete documentation on patient records and notifies providers and other departments of diagnostic testing results.
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.
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.
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.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of related work experience. An Associate's Degree in Medical Assistance is preferred, and national certification is considered a plus.
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.
