Medical Assistant Sign on Bonus

GoHealth Urgent Care; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Monthly incentive pay

Sign-on bonus up to $3,500

Referral bonuses

Base salary range $20.02–$25.50/hour

Medical, Dental, Vision & more

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

GoHealth Urgent Care is hiring a Medical Assistant in Connecticut with a $3,500 sign-on bonus. You will support urgent care providers by registering patients, collecting vitals, drawing blood, and preparing exam rooms.

The role offers an on-site, fast-paced environment with ongoing training and growth opportunities. Float to assignments as needed, with a structured onboarding plan, competitive pay including monthly incentives, and benefits such as medical/dental/vision and a 401(k) with company

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of Medical Assisting Program preferred.
• BLS certification required at hire.
• Certifications: CCMA, CMA, RMA, NCMA, NRCMA (or equivalent).
• If no MA cert, 1+ year MA or phlebotomy experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Handle patient registration and intake, verify insurance and eligibility.
• Process co-pays and schedule appointments; assist providers.
• Perform point-of-care testing and vital signs; prepare rooms for exams.
• Maintain medical records and charting; ensure supplies and cleanliness.
• Assist with referrals, follow-up calls, and open/close duties.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk experience

Basic computer skills

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Program preferred

CMA/CCMA/RMA/NCMA/NRCMA certifications preferred

1+ year MA hospital/urgent care experience

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Title: Medical Assistant $3,500 Sign On Bonus

Hartford HealthCare, one of the nation’s leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the Connecticut area.

At Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care, we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay:

• This position offers monthly incentive pay based on performance metrics

• Sign on bonus up to $3,500 (for eligible external applicants.*)

• Ongoing referral bonus opportunities

• Base Salary Range: $20.02-25.50/hour

The range above reflects the good-faith salary range the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, skills, education, and other business-related factors.

• Training & Development:

• Hands on, immersive training & coaching program with classroom and shadowing days alongside peers

• Career mobility in the MA field! Different career paths with us include Float, Training Coach, Team Lead, and Manager roles.

• Onsite Managers who are passionate about supporting team members and their growth

• Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & more

• 401(k) with company match

• Generous PTO: starting at 208 hours annually

The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of an urgent care provider. Manages the check-in and registration process, interview patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients’ charts. Draws and collects blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma required

• Graduate of a Medical Assisting Program preferred

Work Experience

• Medical Assistant experience preferred

• Front Desk experience preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).

One of the following Certifications is Required:

Under one year of Medical Assistant experience requires one of the following Certifications at the time of hire:

• CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (verified through NHA, National Healthcareer Association)

• CMA- Certified Medical Assistant (verified through AAMA, American Association of Medical Assistant)

• RMA- Registered Medical Assistant (verified through AMT, American Medical Technologists)

• NCMA- National Certified Medical Assistant (verified through NCCT, National Center for Competency Testing)

• NRCMA- Nationally Registered Medical Assistant (verified through the National Association for Health Professionals)

In lieu of an approved MA Certification, we will also accept one of the following

• 1+ years of working experience as a Medical Assistant in a Hospital or Urgent Care Setting, OR

• 1+ years of working phlebotomist experience

Candidates who do not hold an approved Medical Assistant certification at the time of hire must obtain one within 15 months of their start date to remain eligible for continued employment as a Certified Medical Assistant.

In lieu of an approved MA Certification, we will also accept one of the following at the time of hire:

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing or LPN or RN

• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician (verified through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians)

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

• Additionally, CPOE certification for order entry is required within two weeks of start date.

Essential Functions

• Conduct patient registration, which includes securing required paperwork and insurance documentation, and verification of insurance and patient eligibility.

• Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center.

• Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist.

• Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their status.

• Inform technical staff of patient flow.

• Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit

• Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and elevate critical cases to provider as needed.

• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.

• Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed.

• Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.

• Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.

• Answer phone calls, collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence

• Ensure reception is well maintained

• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up.

• Perform opening and closing duties, which includes cashing out, end-of-day communication, and securing the building.

• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.

• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Basic Medical Assistant duties

• Ability to type quickly, basic computer knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Detail oriented, able to rely on experience and judgment to perform a variety of tasks, participate on a team, and accomplish goals

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Able to interact and treat all persons with fairness, respect and sensitivity to cultural/social difference

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

Note: this job description is not inclusive of all the duties of the position. You may be asked by leaders to perform other duties. Management reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!