Medical Assistant - Diabetes & Metabolism

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem during the day during theweek

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group in Hartford is seeking a Part-time Per Diem Medical Assistant to help manage patient flow, prepare rooms, and document vital information.

The MA will support the Center for Diabetes, take patient histories and vitals, serve as a liaison between patients and physicians, and assist with scheduling and front-desk tasks. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $28.05 per hour, day shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance preferred.
• National Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the room and patient for examination and treatment.
• Obtains pertinent history, enters into the medical record including chief complaint, medical and surgical history, allergies, medications, and appropriate review of systems, and takes/documents patient vital signs.
• In treatment rooms, serves as a scribe between patient and physician, documenting all relevant information.
• Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician.
• Assures accurate and complete documentation on patient records and notifies providers and other departments of diagnostic testing results.
• Collaborates with receptionist to make certain that patients are seen in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assists front office personnel by answering the telephone, scheduling patient appointments
• Processes patient telephone calls and correspondence for the practice

Skills

Medical assisting knowledge

Patient intake

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance (preferred)

National Certification as Medical Assistant (preferred)

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group looking for a PER DIEM Medical Assistant to join our Center for Diabetes located in Hartford.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for coordinating patient flow in office, preparing patients for office visits, escorting patient to treatment rooms, obtaining patient information for medical records, and documenting information in patients’ chart. The MA organizes and prioritizes duties to optimize efficiency and promote positive patient outcomes.

What you will do:

• Prepares the room and patient for examination and treatment.
• Obtains pertinent history, enters into the medical record including chief complaint, medical and surgical history, allergies, medications, and appropriate review of systems, and takes/documents patient vital signs.
• In treatment rooms, serves as a scribe between patient and physician, documenting all relevant information.
• Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician.
• Assures accurate and complete documentation on patient records and notifies providers and other departments of diagnostic testing results.
• Collaborates with receptionist to make certain that patients are seen in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assists front office personnel by answering the telephone, scheduling patient appointments
• Processes patient telephone calls and correspondence for the practice

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience is preferred
• Knowledge of medical assisting normally associated with obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance is preferred, National Certification as a Medical Assistant a plus

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Per Diem during the day during the week

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $28.05 per hour (adjust as appropriate)

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Facility Information

We are a group of primary care providers, specialists and surgeons serving patients in Connecticut and western Massachusetts. Part of Trinity Health Of New England, we offer primary care, specialty care, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and imaging and lab services for thousands of patients every year.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.