Medical Assistant - Women's Health Gyn Oncology

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare network where every moment matters! As a Medical Assistant, you'll be integral to patient care, performing vital tasks such as rooming patients and assisting with examinations. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to advanced medical care and patient comfort. With a focus on career development, you'll thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of patients while enjoying a competitive benefits program designed for work/life balance.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Program

Career Development Opportunities

Work/Life Balance

Cutting Edge Technologies

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program or relevant experience.
• Must possess effective communication skills and competency in basic medical assisting.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated functions as a member of the patient care team.
• Room patients, obtain vital signs, and assist in examinations.
• Cover administrative office duties as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Basic Medical Assisting Skills

Organization Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program Diploma

CNA/EMT/Paramedic Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Medical Software

Job description

Location Detail: 111 Park St Hartford - HH (10012)

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees 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.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician, the Medical Assistant performs delegated functions as a member of the patient care team to provide a variety of multi-skilled services. These activities contribute to meeting the health care, safety and comfort needs of patients, and are performed in accordance with all existing regulatory, state and company standards, policies and procedures. The Medical Assistant will be primarily responsible for the rooming of patients, obtaining vital signs, assisting the physician or Nurse Practitioner in performing gynecologic examinations, minor surgical procedures, phlebotomy, obtaining pre-certification and pre-authorizations for surgeries and specialized testing. The Medical Assistant will be responsible to cover the front administrative office when needed and will be required to answer phones, schedule appointments, sign in and discharge patients, copying and faxing as necessary. Reports to the assigned supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic Certification OR relative 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. EPIC EMR preferred.
• Certified BLS to be obtained through employment provided RQI training. To be completed 3 months (90) days of hire or job transfer.
• All required credentials to be maintained throughout employment.
• Epic Experience preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to different locations.
• Must possess effective communication skills. Competency in basic medical assisting skills. Including, rooming patients, assisting provider with exams, performing hearing tests, answering phones, scheduling appointments and surgeries. Strong working knowledge of medical terminology. Strong computer skills including solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Experience with medical software preferred. Positive, customer-focused approach, with commitment to providing excellent patient care. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

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 is your moment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.