Medical Assistant (MA) - Urgent Care (Per Diem)

Hartford Healthcare•Fairfield, CT

About The Position

This role provides coverage at 11 regional Urgent Care offices bringing variety to your workday and the chance to collaborate across multiple teams and communities. Provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant (MA) scope of education. The Medical Assistant experiences continued training of all aspects of the role. Provides direct patient care under direction of provider, including but not limited to vitals, allergy/ medical reconciliation, screenings, placing event monitors, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives and virtual health. Provides indirect patient care related to the MA 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. Performs administrative duties and covers front desk based on business needs.

Requirements

Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic Certification OR relative experience as outlined below.
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.
In lieu of education requirement, at least one year of experience in direct patient care (acute or ambulatory space) may be considered.

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 (MA) scope of education.
Provides direct patient care under direction of provider, including but not limited to vitals, allergy/ medical reconciliation, screenings, placing event monitors, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives and virtual health.
Provides indirect patient care related to the MA 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.
Performs administrative duties and covers front desk based on business needs.

Benefits

Career growth and movement opportunities within our network
On-going education and training
Robust Benefits Package
Generous PTO to promote work/life balance
Special Interest Groups
Referral Bonus Program (top leader number of employee referrals in the industry)
Wellness Programs
Employee Discount Programs
Supportive culture
Awards & Recognition
Flexible Scheduling
Rewarding Compensation
401K with company match
Clinical specialty opportunities