Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA) - Primary Care

Hartford HealthCare; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Discounts on services and products

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support in the patient care workflow at our Connecticut location. You will assist with vitals, charting, referrals, scheduling and front-desk tasks as part of a collaborative team.

The role requires MA training or CT CNA/EMT certification, BLS, and EPIC EMR familiarity. There is a Monday–Friday schedule with opportunities for professional growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program or CT CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association within 3 months of hire.
• All credentials must be maintained throughout employment.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred; direct patient care in a busy medical office is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic clinical and clerical support in patient care under MA scope.
• Assist with vitals, chart prep, referrals, check-in/out, and scheduling.
• Support providers with in-house procedures as needed and coordinate transportation.
• Floats to other Hartford HealthCare Medical Group offices as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical support

Administrative support

Education

Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program

CT CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification

BLS Provider (AHA)

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Location Detail: 136 South Main St W Hartford (10546)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Join a High-Energy Team Supporting Exceptional Physicians

Are you ready to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and excellence are the norm? Our office is buzzing with energy, driven by a team of passionate professionals and dynamic physicians who are transforming healthcare every day. We’re looking for individuals who bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a proactive spirit to help us deliver outstanding support and results.

If you’re excited by the idea of working alongside forward-thinking medical experts in a vibrant setting, we’d love to connect!

At Hartford HealthCare Medical Group we not only take great care of our patients, we take great care of our Medical Assistants too! Our benefit options are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here.

• 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 include a strong focus on promoting mental health
• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!

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.

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.

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 to 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.

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.