Pediatric Care Assistant - Patient-Centered

Yale New Haven Health; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health System is seeking a clinical support professional to provide patient-centered care under RN supervision in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care activities, effective teamwork, and adherence to PFCC principles.

The role emphasizes communication with patients and families, accurate use of health information technology, and adherence to quality and safety standards in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Graduate from an approved medical assisting program, Nursing Assistant Program, or Patient Care Associate Training.
• Preferred current medical assisting credential recognized by Connecticut Department of Public Health.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare for visit according to standardized workflow.
• Assist with vital signs, specimen collection, and related procedures.
• Sends/receives patient records and uses EPIC for documentation.
• Set up instruments and equipment per department protocol.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Medical assisting program

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Yale New Haven Health System is seeking a clinical support professional to provide patient-centered care under RN supervision in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care activities, effective teamwork, and adherence to PFCC principles.

The role emphasizes communication with patients and families, accurate use of health information technology, and adherence to quality and safety standards in a fast-paced clinical environment.