Medical Assistant - Pulmonology

hhccareers; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN to support physicians and manage patient care in both clinical and administrative areas. Qualified candidates will have a diploma from an accredited MA or LPN program, CMA/RMA preferred, and 3+ years of experience.

Knowledge of healthcare protocols, tact, compassion, and strong organizational skills are essential. Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program.
• CMA or RMA credential preferred.
• Three+ years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and complete designated tasks.
• Compassionate and caring interpersonal approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care in clinical settings.
• Handle clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks.
• Provide information to patients to maximize utilization of services.
• Support a safe, comfortable patient environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Diploma from an accredited MA or LPN program

CMA or RMA credential preferred

Three+ years experience preferred

Job description

Work whereevery momentmatters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.

Responsible for both clinical and administrative areas including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinical services. May be assigned to specific medical specialty department.

• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential preferred
• Three or moreyearsexperience preferred
• Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures
• Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions
• Ability to plan, prioritize andcomplete designated tasks
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others

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 isyour moment.