Medical Assistant (MA, CNA, EMT) - Float

Hartford HealthCare; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Supportive professional environment

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare in Connecticut is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide essential clinical and clerical support in patient care. This role offers the unique opportunity to travel between offices, enhancing job variety and collaboration across multiple teams.

Candidates must possess a diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience, and a BLS certification. Join us in being part of a leading healthcare provider with a strong focus on professional development and employee wellness.

Qualifications

• Must maintain all required credentials throughout employment.
• At least one year of experience in direct patient care may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic clinical and clerical support in patient care.
• Conduct point of care testing and quality control.
• Assist providers with in-house procedures.

Skills

Patient care experience

BLS Certification

EPIC EMR experience

Education

Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic Certification

Job description

Location Detail

76 Watertown Road Thomaston (10401)

Shift Detail

Mon-Fri. Travel is required.

Start here at Hartford HealthCare and work where every moment matters!

Love variety and new environments? Our Float Team travels across the region to provide essential coverage in Primary and Specialty Care settings. Each day brings fresh experiences, new colleagues, and the opportunity to grow your skills while supporting high-quality patient care. As part of a flexible, high-impact team, you'll gain diverse experience, adapt to different clinical environments, and play a key role in maintaining exceptional care wherever you're needed most.

Benefits

• Supportive environment to promote professional and interpersonal development and growth with our MA career ladder program
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents
• Medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Generous PTO to promote work/life balance
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with a strong focus on mental health
• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Our physician-led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties.

Job Description

Provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education. The Medical Assistant receives continued training of all aspects of the Medical Assistant role.

Clinical/Administrative Duties Included But Not Limited To

• Vitals, outside medication reconciliation, outside allergy reconciliation, screenings, patient history and virtual health
• Conducts point of care testing including quality control and documentation
• Assists providers with in-house procedures as needed
• Provides administrative support including but not limited to scheduling, chart prep, referrals, check in/out, prior authorizations and transportation facilitation
• Floats to other offices based on business needs

This role offers the opportunity to travel between offices - bringing variety to your workday and the chance to collaborate across multiple teams and communities.

Additional responsibilities and career advancement opportunities are available through a clinical ladder for Medical Assistants based on experience, skillsets, and certifications held.

Qualifications

Education

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic Certification OR relative experience as outlined below
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date
• All required credentials must be maintained throughout employment

Experience

• In lieu of education requirement, at least one year of experience in direct patient care (acute or ambulatory space) may be considered
• Relevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office preferred
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

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 - we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.