Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA) - Family Medicine

Hartford Healthcare • Manchester, 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 their education and receives continued training in all aspects of the role. Clinical duties include taking vital signs; reconciling outside medications and allergies; conducting screenings, obtaining patient histories, supporting virtual health, performing point-of-care testing with quality control and documentation, and assisting providers with in-house procedures as needed. Administrative duties include scheduling, chart preparation, referrals, check-in and check-out, prior authorizations, and facilitating transportation. The Medical Assistant may float to other offices based on business needs. The position is part of a fast-paced, collaborative medical office and offers opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Provide basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education.
• Complete vital signs, outside medication and allergy reconciliation, screenings, patient histories, and virtual health support.
• 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 and check-out, prior authorizations, and transportation facilitation.
• Float to other offices based on business needs.
• Maintain all required credentials throughout employment.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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