Medical Office Assistant Jobs in Connecticut
Medical office assistant jobs in Connecticut concentrate in primary care, multi-specialty group practices, and hospital outpatient networks, with demand running from entry-level front-desk roles through experienced practice coordinators. Hartford, New Haven, and Bridgeport anchor most of the hiring, where established systems like Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Optum Connecticut maintain large ambulatory footprints. Scheduling and referral coordination, insurance verification, and EHR documentation are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Connecticut employers. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Location Detail: 435 Lewis Avenue-Midstate Med (10123)
Start here at Hartford Healthcare and work where every moment matters!
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford HealthCare doesn’t just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our employees too. At Hartford HealthCare, we offer:
- Newly Revised Competitive Hourly Rates
- Tuition Reimbursement after just 6 months of employment and up to 40% reimbursement with Quinnipiac University for colleague AND dependents
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- 401K with company match
- Ample opportunities for advancement
Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee’s alike. We’ve earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.
Under the direction of the Regional Director of Medical Staff Services, the Team Lead assists in training and daily
supervision of the medical staff coordinators. As assigned by the Director, will be responsible for conducting audits,
monitoring metrics and participating in creating policies, procedures and standard work for the assigned Central Region
Medical Staff Services Office(s). The Team Lead collaborates with the medical staff coordinators to addresses day-to-day
operational issues and participates in the day-to-day work.
Job Responsibilities:
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Manage schedule, preparation, and completion of Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE), Ongoing
Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE), and reappointments. Oversees process for requesting temporary clinical
privileges. - Coaches and develops Medical Staff Coordinators and monitoring of day to day operations
-
Ensures that all Medical Staff members & Specified Professionals have delineated clinical privileges and that hospital
departments are education on how to access to these privilege delineations via the Intranet. Updates privilege delineation
forms in collaboration with the Medical Staff members. - Establishes and maintains standardized credentialing applications, forms, letters, reports, etc.
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Supports the Regional Director with the coordination of Medical Staff bylaws revisions, deletions, and additions as
necessary; along with necessary communications to required departments, offices, and/or staff. - Participate in regulatory agency reviews/audits as required.
- Prepares reports as requested by Senior Leadership, marketing, etc.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Business or Healthcare Management, Health Information Technology, or related field required
-
3 years of experience in similar position or experience in healthcare administrative function. 5 years of experience in
hospital medical staff services management or similar role preferred. -
Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) required by the National Association of Medical Staff Services
or obtain certification within one year of meeting the National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) eligibility
requirements. -
Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) required by the National Association of Medical Staff
Services preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
- Consistently demonstrate Hartford HealthCare’s Values: Integrity, Caring, Excellence, and Safety
- Consistently applies H3W leadership behaviors in all aspects of work.
- Self-directed and self-motivational skills with a strong attention to detail
- High level professional written and verbal communication skills. Mature attitude and judgment; responsible; professional
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments
and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving
employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters.
And this is your moment.
Location Detail: 435 Lewis Avenue-Midstate Med (10123)
Start here at Hartford Healthcare and work where every moment matters!
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford HealthCare doesn’t just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our employees too. At Hartford HealthCare, we offer:
- Newly Revised Competitive Hourly Rates
- Tuition Reimbursement after just 6 months of employment and up to 40% reimbursement with Quinnipiac University for colleague AND dependents
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- 401K with company match
- Ample opportunities for advancement
Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee’s alike. We’ve earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.
Under the direction of the Regional Director of Medical Staff Services, the Team Lead assists in training and daily
supervision of the medical staff coordinators. As assigned by the Director, will be responsible for conducting audits,
monitoring metrics and participating in creating policies, procedures and standard work for the assigned Central Region
Medical Staff Services Office(s). The Team Lead collaborates with the medical staff coordinators to addresses day-to-day
operational issues and participates in the day-to-day work.
Job Responsibilities:
-
Manage schedule, preparation, and completion of Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE), Ongoing
Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE), and reappointments. Oversees process for requesting temporary clinical
privileges. - Coaches and develops Medical Staff Coordinators and monitoring of day to day operations
-
Ensures that all Medical Staff members & Specified Professionals have delineated clinical privileges and that hospital
departments are education on how to access to these privilege delineations via the Intranet. Updates privilege delineation
forms in collaboration with the Medical Staff members. - Establishes and maintains standardized credentialing applications, forms, letters, reports, etc.
-
Supports the Regional Director with the coordination of Medical Staff bylaws revisions, deletions, and additions as
necessary; along with necessary communications to required departments, offices, and/or staff. - Participate in regulatory agency reviews/audits as required.
- Prepares reports as requested by Senior Leadership, marketing, etc.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Business or Healthcare Management, Health Information Technology, or related field required
-
3 years of experience in similar position or experience in healthcare administrative function. 5 years of experience in
hospital medical staff services management or similar role preferred. -
Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) required by the National Association of Medical Staff Services
or obtain certification within one year of meeting the National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS) eligibility
requirements. -
Certified Professional Medical Services Management (CPMSM) required by the National Association of Medical Staff
Services preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
- Consistently demonstrate Hartford HealthCare’s Values: Integrity, Caring, Excellence, and Safety
- Consistently applies H3W leadership behaviors in all aspects of work.
- Self-directed and self-motivational skills with a strong attention to detail
- High level professional written and verbal communication skills. Mature attitude and judgment; responsible; professional
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments
and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving
employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters.
And this is your moment.
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Medical Office Assistant Job Market in Connecticut
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical office assistant jobs across Connecticut.
- High school diploma or equivalent required by most Connecticut employers
- Experience with EHR platforms such as Epic or Athenahealth strongly preferred
- Medical billing, coding, or insurance verification experience valued in Connecticut practices
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding used in outpatient Connecticut settings
- Strong patient communication skills for front-desk and scheduling duties
- Medical office assistant certificate or associate degree preferred by larger Connecticut systems
Medical Office Assistant Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical office assistant in Connecticut?
Connecticut does not require a state-issued license to work as a medical office assistant, so the path runs through education and voluntary credentials. Most candidates complete a medical office assistant certificate or associate degree program at a Connecticut community college such as Gateway, Naugatuck Valley, or Capital Community College. Earning a national credential like the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants strengthens applications at larger Connecticut systems considerably.
Which companies hire medical office assistants in Connecticut?
Employers hiring medical office assistants in Connecticut right now include Hartford HealthCare, Select Physical Therapy, and MDVIP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Connecticut's large integrated health systems and their affiliated outpatient practices account for much of the steady hiring volume across the state.
Which Connecticut cities have the most medical office assistant jobs?
Stamford, Groton, and Meriden lead for medical office assistant openings in Connecticut. Hartford's concentration of hospital networks and insurance-sector headquarters drives demand there, while New Haven's academic medical complex anchors Yale New Haven Health's extensive outpatient footprint, and Bridgeport benefits from a dense suburban population served by large federally qualified health centers and private practice groups.
Are there remote medical office assistant jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of medical office assistant openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most duties involve in-person patient interaction, front-desk coverage, and on-site record handling. The functions most likely to appear in remote or hybrid arrangements are medical billing, prior authorization, and insurance verification work.
How can I get hired as a medical office assistant in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a short certificate program at a Connecticut community college and applying directly to federally qualified health centers or large outpatient clinics that routinely hire candidates without prior clinical experience. Hartford HealthCare and Yale New Haven Health both run internal career-development pipelines that pull entry candidates from patient services representative and unit coordinator roles. A Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential or a verified EHR training module, even self-paced, gives applicants a concrete edge over others with similar backgrounds.
Where can I find and apply to medical office assistant jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to medical office assistant jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly through each listing.
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