Medical Assistant (MA, EMT) - Cardiology

Hartford HealthCare; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits program for work-life balance

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant in Westerly, RI. This position involves providing direct patient care, administrative support, and assistance in a fast-paced medical environment. Candidates must possess an accredited Medical Assistant diploma or related certifications.

The role offers competitive benefits and requires maintaining all necessary credentials. Those with relevant experience in healthcare are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
• Relevant experience in a busy medical office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including vitals and screenings.
• Assist with administrative duties and cover front desk as needed.
• Float to other offices as required.

Skills

Direct patient care

Scheduling

EPIC EMR experience

BLS Provider credential

Education

Diploma from accredited Medical Assistant program

Active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic certification

Job description

Location detail: 45 Wells St, Westerly, RI 10545

Shift detail: Monday–Friday

Job Description

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

• Provides direct patient care under the direction of provider, including vitals, allergy/medical reconciliation, screenings, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives and virtual health.
• Provides indirect patient care related to the Medical Assistant scope, including scheduling, check‑in/out, referrals, chart prep, prior authorizations and point‑of‑care testing with quality control and documentation.
• Performs administrative duties and covers front desk as needed.
• Floats to other offices as required.

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 90 days of hire date or job transfer.
• 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) may be considered.
• Relevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office preferred.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Benefits

Competitive benefits program designed to support work‑life balance.