Patient Administrative Assistant - Heart and Vascular Institute
About The Position
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager, the Patient Administrative Associate performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team by providing administrative support and communicating with members of the health care team, patients and families. This role contributes to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures. The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists – increasing collaboration and care coordination – all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and physicians, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology. The award-winning Heart & Vascular Institute is a national leader in advancing cardiac care, offering heart disease prevention, treatment, surgery and research. Hartford Hospital is a level-one trauma center and academic medical center, with substantial opportunities for professional experience and exposure. Bliss 9 East is a 16 bed post open heart med surge unit offering a fast paced and dynamic environment suitable for nurses that enjoy learning and growing. Competencies gained in this arena include the care of specialty patient populations including heart transplant patients, Ventricular Assist Device patients, and the growing TAVR population. We offer additional opportunities to grow critical thinking skills and expand knowledge by training to our 9 bed step down unit that provides care to a variety of medical and surgical patients requiring higher levels of care.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English, and perform basic Mathematics.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills required
- Ability to perform physical effort as specified by position physical requirements and occupational exposure form.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Hospital based or physician office work experience.
- Demonstrated competencies in a related health field at Hartford Hospital
- CPR validation may be required within three months of hire depending upon work area specific requirement
Responsibilities
- Performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team by providing administrative support.
- Communicates with members of the health care team, patients and families.
- Contributes to the successful operation of the work area.
- Functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
