- Hours Per Week: 40
- Shift Start and End Times: 8:30am - 5:00pm
The Medical Assistant will work closely with physicians in the Southbury office, performing clinical and administrative duties that ensure smooth patient flow and high‑quality care. Responsibilities include gathering vital signs, conducting EKGs, handling medication refills, documenting histories and chief complaints, collecting specimens, preparing exam rooms, managing referrals, and maintaining equipment and infection‑control standards.
Responsibilities
- Obtain and record patients' vital signs
- Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) as ordered
- Process medication refills and prescription requests
- Collect comprehensive medical histories and chief complaints
- Collect and label laboratory specimens
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms and medical equipment
- Coordinate and schedule patient referrals
- Assist physicians with patient examinations and procedures
- Ensure compliance with infection‑control and safety protocols
- Facilitate efficient patient flow and documentation in the EMR
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or AAMA preferred
- Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in a physician practice
- Proficiency in obtaining vital signs, performing EKGs, and phlebotomy
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment
- Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Professional demeanor and excellent customer service orientation
- Flexible schedule to accommodate clinic hours
About Us
The UConn Health Community Network is a not-for-profit organization created to extend UConn Health’s mission by partnering with community hospitals and connecting them to its clinical expertise, academic strength, and operational resources.
Today, the network is a thriving community‑based system of care serving more than 280,000 residents across the region. It employs over 2,000 professionals and supports a medical staff of roughly 700 clinicians.
At its core is Waterbury Hospital, a 347‑bed community teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Alongside Connecticut Children’s, the UConn Health Community Network Medical Group, Access Rehab Centers, and its role as a leading partner in the Harold Leever Cancer Center, the network has been shaping the region’s healthcare landscape for more than 130 years.
And Waterbury Hospital is only the beginning — the network is designed for continued growth, deeper partnerships, and broader regional impact.
