Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA) - Primary Care

Hartford Healthcare • West 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 Medical Assistant education and receives continued training across all aspects of the role. The position supports providers and patients in a fast-paced, collaborative primary care environment and may float to other offices based on business needs.

Clinical duties include taking vital signs; reconciling outside medications and allergies; conducting screenings and collecting patient histories; supporting virtual health; performing point-of-care testing, including 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.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program, or 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 90 days of hire or job transfer.
• Maintain all required credentials throughout employment.
• At least one year of direct patient care experience in an acute or ambulatory setting may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and reconcile outside medications and allergies.
• Conduct screenings, collect patient histories, and support 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.
• Float to other offices based on business needs.
• Participate in continued training across all aspects of the Medical Assistant role.

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 supporting professional and interpersonal development and growth.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with 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