Medical Assistant (MA) - Rheumatology

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides basic clinical and clerical support in delivering patient care within the scope of the MA’s education and receives continued training in all aspects of the role. The position supports Rheumatology/Allergy offices in Manchester, Hartford, Plainville, and Southington; reliable transportation is needed.

Clinical and administrative duties include taking vital signs; medication and allergy reconciliation; screenings; placing event monitors; obtaining patient histories; health maintenance; advance directives; and virtual health. The MA conducts point-of-care testing, including quality control and documentation, and assists providers with in-house procedures as needed. Administrative support includes scheduling, chart preparation, referrals, check-in/check-out, prior authorizations, and facilitating transportation.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program, or an active Connecticut CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Medic certification, or qualifying direct patient-care experience in lieu of the education requirement.
• Certified BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association, obtained within 3 months (90 days) of hire or job transfer.
• Reliable transportation is needed for coverage across the listed offices.
• Maintain all required credentials throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide basic clinical and clerical support in delivering patient care within the MA scope of education.
• Perform clinical tasks including taking vital signs, medication and allergy reconciliation, screenings, placing event monitors, obtaining patient histories, health maintenance, advance directives, and virtual health.
• Conduct point-of-care testing, including quality control and documentation.
• Assist providers with in-house procedures as needed.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, chart preparation, referrals, check-in/check-out, prior authorizations, and transportation facilitation.
• Cover Rheumatology/Allergy offices in Manchester, Hartford, Plainville, and Southington.
• Maintain all required credentials throughout employment.

Benefits

• MA career ladder program supporting professional and interpersonal development and growth.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, including a focus on mental health.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages, including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.

What This Job Offers

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