Medical Assistant - Surgery

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Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT Until 10/6/2026 6+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

This Medical Assistant is responsible for preparing patients for office visits, performing tasks including escorting patient to treatment rooms, obtaining pertinent patient information for medical records, and documenting information in patients’ chart.

This position supports an outpatient Surgery specialty office.

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:

  • Day shift – Full Time – 40 Hours
  • 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.

About this role

Summary

Assist with patient prep, documentation, and coordination in outpatient surgery setting.

Job title

Medical Assistant - Surgery

Experience level

6+ months

Minimum experience

6+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomamedical assistingmedical assistant certificationpatient documentationclinical procedures

Preferred skills

associate's degreemedical assistant certification

Specializations

medical assistingsurgeryclinical documentation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site