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Medical Assistant - Temporary Contract
Job Description
Temporary Medical Assistant (Leave Coverage)
Location: Bridgeport, CT
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $23.00–$24.00 per hour
Employer: J. Morrissey
Position Overview
J. Morrissey is seeking a reliable and experienced Temporary Medical Assistant to provide coverage for a leave of absence at a busy healthcare practice in Bridgeport, CT. This role requires a well-rounded professional who is comfortable supporting both clinical and front desk operations while delivering exceptional patient service.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years of Medical Assistant experience and be confident performing patient-facing clinical duties as well as administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Room patients and prepare them for provider visits
- Obtain and document vital signs
- Provide clinical support to the onsite provider
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Assist with patient flow and ensure efficient clinic operations
Front Desk & Administrative Duties
- Manage patient check-in and check-out processes
- Schedule appointments and coordinate patient calendars
- Answer and manage incoming phone calls
- Respond to patient inquiries and facilitate communication
- Verify and update patient information as needed
- Support general office operations and administrative tasks
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Medical Assistant role
- Experience performing both clinical Medical Assistant duties and front desk responsibilities
- Comfortable obtaining vital signs and rooming patients
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and phone etiquette
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy healthcare setting
- Team-oriented with a flexible and positive attitude
- Proficient with scheduling systems and electronic medical records preferred
- Dependable and professional demeanor
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Commitment to providing an outstanding patient experience
- Collaborative team player who can step in where needed
If you are an experienced Medical Assistant looking for a temporary opportunity with a mix of clinical and administrative responsibilities, we encourage you to apply.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Tara Guglietta
Recruiter, Healthcare Services
Tara Guglietta is a dedicated professional who has called Connecticut home for over a decade. She's a proud wife and a loving mother of three wonderful children. Tara's journey into the world of business and human resources began with a solid educational foundation.
Tara is a proud alumna of SUNY Brockport, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, with a minor in Mathematics. Her passion for business and analytics drove her academic pursuits, setting the stage for a successful career.
Upon graduation, Tara embarked on a fulfilling career in Human Resources and Recruiting, a field she's been committed to ever since. She has a wealth of experience in this domain, honing her skills and expertise with each passing year.
Since 2018, Tara has been an invaluable member of the J. Morrissey team, specializing in Healthcare Services. Her dedication and professionalism have made a significant impact on the company and the clients she serves.
Outside of her professional life, Tara's interests are diverse. She is a Certified Zumba Instructor and shares her passion for dance fitness by teaching two classes a week. Her commitment to staying active and promoting a healthy lifestyle shines through her Zumba instruction.
Interestingly, Tara's educational journey initially took her down a different path. She originally pursued a degree in Meteorology, demonstrating her curiosity about the natural world and the forces that govern it. While her career took a different turn, her love for learning and exploring new horizons remains a defining trait.
Tara Guglietta's story is one of dedication, versatility, and a lifelong commitment to personal and professional growth.