Medical Assistant (MA, CNA) - Cardiology

Hartford HealthCare•Norwalk, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare is a comprehensive healthcare network in Connecticut. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England, with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island, offering primary care, urgent care, and over 30 different specialties. This position provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education, with continued training in all aspects of the Medical Assistant role.

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 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 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.
Conduct EKG testing and obtain vital signs, including blood pressure and INR readings.
Support physicians and clinical staff during cardiac stress tests.
Place and manage cardiac monitoring devices for patient assessments.
Performs administrative duties and covers front desk based on business needs.
Floats to other offices based on business needs.