Clinical Assistant - Oncology

Hartford HealthCare; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is looking for a Phlebotomist in Fairfield, Connecticut. You will manage patient preparations, perform vital signs, and provide comprehensive administrative support within a medical office setting.

This role requires strong phlebotomy skills and at least one year of experience in a health care environment. We offer a competitive benefits program to ensure work/life balance.

Qualifications

• One year experience as a phlebotomist.
• One year experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Experience in a healthcare setting required.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for visits.
• Provide administrative support in a medical office setting.
• Maintain electronic medical records accurately.
• Perform clerical functions for laboratory compliance.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Administrative support

Data entry

Knowledge of medical oncology

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

Location and Shift

Location Detail: 4185 Black Rock Turnpike (10596)

Shift Detail: 8:30-5:00, 32 hrs per week, Monday-Friday

Position Overview

Every day, more than 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. The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute focuses on offering our cancer patients an unparalleled network of coordinated services—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.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for the physician visit, including vital signs, weight, and specimen collection (phlebotomy).
• Provide full range of administrative support in a medical office setting, including scheduling appointments, calling pharmacies, billing patients, verifying precertifications for chemotherapy, triaging phone calls from patients, physicians and insurance companies, while maintaining patient and business confidentiality to ensure that the needs of patients are met.
• Assist in maintaining an up-to-date electronic medical record filing system.
• Perform laboratory clerical functions accurately and efficiently for compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Perform processing of specimens and clerical activities.
• Prepare and process laboratory specimens for the following departments: Cytology, Anatomic Pathology, and/or Microbiology.
• Assist in the support functions of the department and providers, including, but not limited to, data entry, filing, reagent handling and preparation, slide preparation, planting of cultures, and assisting with bone marrow biopsies by setting up the room and assisting the provider during the procedure.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

One (1) year experience as a phlebotomist. One (1) year experience in a clinical laboratory setting. At least one (1) year of experience in a health care setting (preferably medical office/clinic) required.

Education

• High School Diploma
• Certified Medical Assistant or pursuing certification in a certified educational program strongly preferred

Experience

• Knowledge of medical oncology office practice and infusion strongly preferred

Career Opportunities

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge—helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees—you receive a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.