Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA, Paramedic) - Pain Management

Hartford Healthcare • North Haven, CT

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the scope of their education and receives continued training in all aspects of the role. The position provides direct patient care under a provider’s direction and indirect patient-care support, and conducts point-of-care testing with quality control and documentation.

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is a physician-led medical practice with locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. It offers primary care, urgent care, and more than 30 specialties within a large healthcare network.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program, or an active Connecticut CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Medic certification, or qualifying experience in lieu of the education requirement.
• Certified BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association, obtained within 90 days of hire or job transfer and maintained throughout employment.
• In lieu of the education requirement, at least one year of direct patient-care experience in an acute or ambulatory setting may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience or a Medical Assistant externship in a busy medical office.
• EPIC EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a provider, including taking vital signs; completing allergy and medication reconciliation; conducting screenings; gathering patient history; supporting health maintenance and advance directives; and assisting with virtual health.
• Provide indirect patient-care support, including scheduling, patient check-in and check-out, referrals, chart preparation, and prior authorizations.
• Conduct point-of-care testing, including quality control and documentation.
• Continue training in all aspects of the Medical Assistant role.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Tuition discounts of up to 40% with partnering institutions for colleagues and their dependents.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, including a focus on mental health.
• Paid time off.
• Health insurance packages.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed