Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA, Paramedic) -Colorectal
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides basic clinical and clerical support in delivering patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education and receives continued training in all aspects of the role. Under a provider’s direction, the role provides direct patient care, including taking vital signs; allergy and medication reconciliation; screenings; patient history; health maintenance; advance directives; and virtual health. The position also provides indirect patient-care support, including scheduling, check-in and check-out, referrals, chart preparation, and prior authorizations. The Medical Assistant conducts point-of-care testing, including quality control and documentation. Travel is required among seven locations: Hartford, Manchester, Enfield, Bloomfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, and Avon.
Requirements
- Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program, or an 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.
- 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.
- Provide direct patient care under a provider’s direction, including vital signs, allergy and medication reconciliation, screenings, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives, and virtual health.
- Provide indirect patient-care support, including scheduling, check-in and check-out, referrals, chart preparation, and prior authorizations.
- Conduct point-of-care testing, including quality control and documentation.
- Travel among the employer’s seven locations.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
- Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for employees and their dependents.
- Employee assistance and wellness programs, including a focus on mental health.
- Paid time off.
- Health insurance packages.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
