Oncology Infusion Medical Assistant — Patient Care Champion

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England in Hartford, CT is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for our Oncology & Infusion Center. You will support patients undergoing cancer treatment, prepare exam rooms, obtain vitals, and coordinate care with physicians, APPs, and nursing staff.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, MA program completion preferred, and while not required, National MA Certification is a plus. Epic EMR experience is highly valued in this setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• National Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of MA experience in a physician practice, specialty clinic, oncology, infusion, or ambulatory setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Experience with Epic or other EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, infusion areas, and clinical supplies for patient visits.
• Room patients and obtain vitals, histories, medication lists, and allergies.
• Assist physicians, APPs, and nursing staff during visits and procedures.
• Coordinate patient flow for a positive, efficient experience.
• Document clinical information in the EMR.
• Process laboratory specimens and assist with diagnostic testing coordination.
• Schedule appointments, follow-ups, referrals, and diagnostics.
• Provide compassionate support and education to oncology/hematology patients and families.
• Answer calls, relay messages, and communicate with providers and care teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety, infection prevention, HIPAA, and quality standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program (preferred)

National Medical Assistant Certification (preferred)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Trinity Health Of New England in Hartford, CT is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for our Oncology & Infusion Center. You will support patients undergoing cancer treatment, prepare exam rooms, obtain vitals, and coordinate care with physicians, APPs, and nursing staff.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, MA program completion preferred, and while not required, National MA Certification is a plus. Epic EMR experience is highly valued in this setting.