Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA, Paramedic) - General Surgery

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group, one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island, is seeking a Medical Assistant. The group is physician-led, enjoys an excellent reputation, and offers primary care, urgent care, and over 30 different specialties. This role provides basic clinical and clerical support in patient care within the Medical Assistant's scope of education, with continued training provided.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic Certification OR at least one year of experience in direct patient care (acute or ambulatory space) in lieu of education requirement.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• All required credentials to be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office preferred.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education.
• Provides direct patient care under direction of provider, including but not limited to vitals, allergy/ medical reconciliation, screenings, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives and virtual health.
• Provides indirect patient care related to the Medical Assistant scope of education including but not limited to scheduling, check in/out, referrals, chart prep and prior authorizations.
• Conducts point of care testing including quality control and documentation.
• Travel required between offices.

Benefits

• Supportive environment to promote professional and interpersonal development and growth
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
• Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
• Paid time off
• Health insurance packages
• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees