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Farmington, Connecticut · USA job

Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

GHR Healthcare

Farmington, Connecticut

Job description

Medical Administrative Assistant - Outpatient Cardiology, Pulmonary & Nephrology

Join a patient-focused outpatient healthcare team as a Medical Administrative Assistant in Farmington, Connecticut. Support Cardiology, Pulmonary, and Nephrology practices through appointment scheduling, patient communications, diagnostic testing coordination, and clinical office administration. In this patient-facing healthcare job, you will serve as the first point of telephone contact while helping patients receive timely, courteous assistance. Farmington offers a welcoming New England setting with scenic surroundings, convenient access to the greater Hartford area, and a strong healthcare community.

Medical Administrative Assistant Job Details
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $750-$810
  • Location: On-site in Farmington, Connecticut
  • Assignment Start: October 30, 2026
  • Assignment End: June 10, 2027
  • Duration: Approximately 32 weeks
  • Schedule: Full time, Monday-Friday
  • Shift: 8-hour days, with flexibility to work between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.; includes a 30-minute unpaid meal break
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Healthcare Setting: Outpatient medical practices, patient access, and clinical communications
Medical Office Assistant Job Requirements
  • At least 1 year of experience in medical practice communication, healthcare scheduling, clinical office administration, medical reception, or a high-volume call center
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Clear and professional telephone communication skills
  • Ability to operate office, computer, and communications equipment
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established call-routing procedures
  • Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to respond calmly in urgent situations
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate patient records
  • Experience scheduling outpatient appointments and diagnostic testing preferred
  • Experience with Epic or another electronic health record (EHR) system preferred
  • Clerical Assistant or related healthcare administrative training preferred
Healthcare Administrative Responsibilities
  • Answer telephone inquiries from patients and determine the appropriate next step
  • Route patient questions and communications to the appropriate staff member, medical team, or provider using established algorithms
  • Obtain patient information and verify the accuracy of electronic health record data
  • Schedule office visits, diagnostic testing, and follow-up appointments
  • Contact patients regarding upcoming appointments and provide instructions for required preparation
  • Document telephone inquiries, complaints, conversations, and actions taken
  • Respond to correspondence and process patient requests as needed
  • Send appointment letters and maintain organized medical office records
  • Perform clerical, typing, data entry, and basic statistical tasks
  • Protect patient privacy while delivering courteous, efficient service
  • Perform other related medical administrative duties as required

Apply now for this Medical Administrative Assistant opportunity and join an outpatient healthcare team in Farmington, Connecticut.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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