Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA, Paramedic) - Cognitive and Memory Disorders
About The Position
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education. The Medical Assistant will experience continued training of all aspects of the Medical Assistant role. This position is a dual role as a patient service coordinator with primary responsibility of administrative tasks. Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth within Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. We consist of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Our physician-led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties.
Requirements
- Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic Certification OR relative experience as outlined below.
- Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- All required credentials to be maintained throughout employment.
- In lieu of education requirement, at least one year of experience in direct patient care (acute or ambulatory space) may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office preferred.
- EPIC EMR experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education.
- Provides direct patient care under direction of provider, including but not limited to vitals, allergy/ medical reconciliation, screenings, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives and virtual health.
- Provides indirect patient care related to the Medical Assistant scope of education including but not limited to scheduling, check in/out, referrals, chart prep and prior authorizations.
- Conducts point of care testing including quality control and documentation.
- This position is a dual role as a patient service coordinator with primary responsibility of administrative tasks.
Benefits
- Supportive environment to promote professional and interpersonal development and growth
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
- Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
- Paid time off
- Health insurance packages
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
