Patient Administrative Assistant - Surgical

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Patient Administrative Associate to join Hartford Hospital’s team in Hartford, CT. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager, you will perform delegated administrative duties to support patient care and the workflow of the unit.

This role emphasizes clear communication with patients and families, accurate documentation, and reliable coordination with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and speak English and perform basic Math.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the patient care team.
• Communicate with health care team, patients and families.
• Assist with unit operations under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Hospital-based work experience

Competencies in health field

CPR certification may be required

Job description

Location Detail: 79 Jefferson St HH Bliss Wing (10064)

Shift Detail: 3-11pm

Work where every moment matters.

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.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager, the Patient Administrative Associate performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team by providing administrative support and communicating with members of the health care team, patients and families. This role contributes to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures. Reports to Manager, Patient Unit.

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.

Qualifications

Required

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English, and perform basic Mathematics.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Basic Computer Skills Required

• Ability to perform physical effort as specified by position physical requirements and occupational exposure form.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Hospital based or physician office work experience.
• Demonstrated competencies in a related health field at Hartford Hospital
• CPR validation may be required within three months of hire depending upon work area specific requirement

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.