Clerical Assistant-Discharge Planner

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% defined contribution retirement

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive training

Opportunities for growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

National Health Care Associates, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Administrative Assistant at our West Hartford location to provide clerical support for nursing teams and ensure smooth operations in a long-term care setting.

You will handle visitors, phone calls, documentation, scheduling, and data entry, collaborating with the health care team while maintaining confidentiality and high standards of professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• EMR experience a plus.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, including proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and assisting visitors, residents, and staff in person and over the phone.
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and documentation
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date resident and/or staff records and charts
• Scheduling appointments and arranging meetings
• Assisting with data entry, filing, and maintaining inventory of office supplies
• Collaborating with the healthcare team to facilitate smooth operations
• May support general nursing, MDS, Case Management, Scheduling or other functional areas

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Office software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Hebrew is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates and one of the finest centers in the state of CT. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 1 Abrahms Boulevard, West Hartford, Connecticut, 06117

Clerical Assistant Full Time

What You'll Do:

Nursing Administrative Assistants provide clerical support to our nursing teams. Your efforts will help ensure efficient operations and contribute to the exceptional care provided to patients and residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greeting and assisting visitors, residents, and staff in person and over the phone
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and documentation
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date resident and/or staff records and charts
• Scheduling appointments and arranging meetings
• Assisting with data entry, filing, and maintaining inventory of office supplies
• Collaborating with the healthcare team to facilitate smooth operations
• May support general nursing, MDS, Case Management, Scheduling or other functional areas

We invite you to join us as a Nursing Administrative Assistant and be an essential part of the team making a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Hebrew team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $19.00 - USD $23.00 /Hr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Nursing Administrative Assistant include:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Additional certification or coursework in office administration is a plus
• May require experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and in specific functional areas in a long-term care setting
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Patience and the ability to relate tactfully with staff, residents, family, etc.
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Strong organizational skills and ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communications, including proficiency in the English language and grammar
• Proficiency in office software and basic computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare settingExceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.