Medical Assistant (MA) - Urology

Hartford HealthCare; Plainfield (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Robust Benefits Package

Generous PTO

Wellness Programs

401K with company match

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare in Plainfield, Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and administrative support. This role involves collaborating across teams, specialized training in disinfection and sterilization, and flexible scheduling options. Candidates should have a diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program or relevant certifications. Responsibilities include patient health screenings, administering quality control testing, scheduling, and fulfilling front desk duties as required. Join our supportive culture focused on career growth and employee wellness.

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma or equivalent certification.
• BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire.
• One year of experience in direct patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the provider.
• Perform administrative duties and cover front desk as needed.
• Conduct high-level disinfection training provided.

Skills

Patient care

Medical reconciliation

Scheduling

Point of care testing

Education

Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic Certification

Certified BLS Provider credentialed from AHA

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Location Detail: 584 Norwich Rd Plainfield (10369)

Shift Detail: Monday - Friday

What We Offer

• Career growth and movement opportunities within our network
• On-going education and training
• Robust Benefits Package
• Generous PTO to promote work/life balance
• Special Interest Groups
• Referral Bonus Program (top leader number of employee referrals in the industry)
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Discount Programs
• Supportive culture
• Awards & Recognition
• Flexible Scheduling
• Rewarding Compensation
• 401K with company match
• Clinical specialty opportunities

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant will have the opportunity to receive specialized training in high-level disinfection and sterilization for Urology, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care. This role provides coverage at offices in Norwich, Plainfield and Waterford bringing variety to your workday and the chance to collaborate across multiple teams and communities.

• Provides direct patient care under direction of provider, including but not limited to vitals, allergy/ medical reconciliation, screenings, placing event monitors, patient history, health maintenance, advance directives and virtual health.
• Provides indirect patient care related to the MA scope of education including but not limited to scheduling, check in/out, referrals, chart prep and prior authorizations. Conducts point of care testing including quality control and documentation.
• Performs administrative duties and covers front desk based on business needs.
• High level disinfection is a primary duty requiring demonstrated proficiency. Training will be provided.

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.