Certified Medical Assistant (ID# 4735)

Our client, a leading outpatient pediatric practice in Fairfield County, is seeking a dedicated and certified Medical Assistant (MA) to join its team. We are looking for a professional who demonstrates excellent patient and family-centered care, functions as a strong team player, and possesses a robust work ethic. The Medical Assistant is primarily responsible for providing safe, evidence-based care to patients from infancy through young adulthood, in addition to other essential duties.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant's responsibilities focus on providing direct clinical support and ensuring the efficient flow of patient care :

• Provide safe, evidence-based care to patients ranging from infancy through young adulthood.
• Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are stocked, clean, and organized for patient visits.
• Accurately obtain and record patient vital signs, growth measurements, and chief complaints in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Administer injections and immunizations as directed by the clinical staff and according to facility protocols.
• Assist physicians and nurses with patient examinations, procedures, and in-office testing.
• Collect and process lab specimens for testing.
• Maintain accurate patient medical records and assist with administrative tasks as assigned.
• Adhere strictly to all clinic policies, safety standards, and patient confidentiality (HIPAA).
• Perform other duties as required or assigned to support the clinical team.

Qualifications

Company Overview

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.