Medical Assistant (MA, CNA, EMT) - Float

Hartford Healthcare • Willimantic, CT

4h

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Float Team, which provides coverage across Primary and Specialty Care settings throughout the region. The role offers varied work environments and collaboration with multiple teams and communities while supporting patient care at different offices according to business needs.

The Medical Assistant provides basic clinical and clerical support within the scope of their education and receives continued training in all aspects of the role. Additional responsibilities and advancement opportunities may be available through a clinical ladder based on experience, skills, and certifications.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program, or an active Connecticut CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Medic certification, or relevant experience as outlined in the posting.
• Certified BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association, obtained within 90 days of hire or job transfer.
• Maintain all required credentials 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 basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education.
• Perform clinical and administrative duties, including taking vital signs, reconciling outside medications and allergies, conducting screenings, collecting patient histories, and supporting 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 and check-out, prior authorizations, and transportation facilitation.
• Float to other offices based on business needs.

Benefits

• 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.
• Medical Assistant career ladder program and professional development support.

What This Job Offers

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