Medical Assistant - Pulmonary Diseases

IHA; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits day 1

Competitive pay

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

IHA in Hartford, CT is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join the Pulmonary Diseases team. You will prepare patients for visits, take vital signs, perform spirometry, and update medical histories in the EMR while assisting providers with treatments and inhaler education.

The role is full-time, day shift, with travel to satellite sites as needed, supporting patients with asthma, COPD, and other lung conditions in a collaborative care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience is required.
• Associate’s Degree in Medical Assistance preferred; National Certification as Medical Assistant a plus.
• Reliable transportation required for travel to satellite sites weekly.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Obtains pertinent history and records vital signs in EMR.
• Processes and files lab/diagnostic results and clinical notes after physician review.
• Coordinates patient flow and collaborates to ensure timely visits.
• Assists front office by answering calls, scheduling appointments, and other tasks.

Skills

Vital signs

Spirometry

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Assistance

National Certification as Medical Assistant

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose: Are you a compassionate and detail-oriented Medical Assistant looking to make a difference in the lives of patients with respiratory conditions? Join our Pulmonary Diseases team and play a vital role in supporting patients through their lung health journey. In this important clinical role, you’ll prepare patients for office visits and pulmonary procedures, escort them to exam rooms, take and document vital signs, perform spirometry and other breathing tests, and update medical histories in the electronic medical record. You'll work closely with our providers to assist with treatments, patient education on inhalers and respiratory therapies, and post-visit care instructions. Your empathy, clinical skills, and dedication will help create a welcoming, supportive environment for patients managing chronic conditions such as asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung disease. Be a part of a collaborative team committed to helping patients breathe easier and live healthier lives!

What You Will Do

• Prepares exam and treatment rooms. Prepares patients 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.
• Processes and files all lab/diagnostic test results, correspondence, clinical notes in patients’ chart after they have been reviewed by the physician.
• Coordinates patient flow in the office. 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, and other tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience is required
• 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
• Must have reliable transportation as position requires travel to other satellite sites on a weekly basis

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Day shift – Full Time – 40 Hours
• Great benefits effective day 1!
• Competitive pay
• Growth Opportunities!
• Inclusive Culture!

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.