Patient Administrative Associate

Hartford HealthCare • Hartford, CT

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us. JOB SUMMARY 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. Reports to Manager, Patient Unit.

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 and communicating with members of the health care team, patients and families.
• contributes to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
• competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
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• Education Level: High school or GED