Medical Assistant - Cardiology Arrhythmia

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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.

The Medical Assistant will provide basic administrative, clerical and clinical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education and practice. The Medical Assistant experiences continued training and is expected to consistently perform all of their responsibilities as directed by their supervisors and the Practice Providers to maintain both staff and patient safety, as well as the highest quality patient care.

Responsibilities include:

• Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice of a Medical Assistant including but not limited to vitals, outside medication reconciliation, outside allergy reconciliation, screenings, patient history and virtual health.
• Conducts assistance with EKGs, placing heart monitors and device connection followed by quality control and documentation of work.
• Prepares patients and assists providers with in-house procedures and exams as needed.
• Provides administrative support including but not limited to scheduling, chart preparation, referrals, check in/out, prior authorizations and transportation facilitation.
• Accurately documents and communicates interventions and measurements and communicates appropriately to the health care provider.
• Administration duties include controlling the front desk, patient services, verifying insurance and building Provider Templates utilizing EPIC, as well as maintenance.
• Managing the Lead APRN schedule, along with other scheduling responsibilities.  
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment, supplies, and a clean and safe work environment, including checking equipment and supplies for expiration dates, electrical safety tags, intactness, and usability.
• Cleans equipment and stocks rooms, carts, cabinets, as assigned.
• Managing inventory including equipment and medical supplies needing to be replaced or repaired to the practice manager.
• Cross-covering with occasional travel to satellite clinics in the Hartford region may be required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education (GED or Technical School may be considered)
• American Heart Association BLS -CPR certification
• Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program or an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic Certification or relative experience as outlined.
• At least one year of experience in direct patient care (acute or ambulatory space) may be considered.
  
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  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.